Reflections

The snow is softly falling outside. Somewhere in my house, I can hear Christmas music playing. I just finished wrapping presents for my beloved and I decided to sneak a moment (or ten) to write.

This past year has obviously been filled with joys and sorrows. But still in my heart there is a well spring of hope that everything will be OK for me, for those I love.

Last night my husband took me out on a date to see the Gauguin exhibit at the museum. I had a wonderful time - just being with Erin like that gives me so much happiness.

Recently, he's been working on a project to help me to give a special gift to my siblings....he wrote about it on his journal and I sobbed like a baby over what he wrote. I am so lucky to have Erin in my life. Somehow, he helps me bear my crosses a little easier. I love him (still) so very much. It's good to know we love each other enough to still want to date and do all the romantic things that keep a relationship alive.

I am reminiscing about how 3 years ago on December 23rd he asked me to marry him - so much has happened since then - and I remain so glad I said yes to his proposal.

To all of you I send out wishes for a blessed Yule-tide season, and I bright, healthy, happy and prosperous New Year.

Joyeaux Noel
Colette