A time I fell in love

Friends,
What a week it has been. You know what puts a damper on things?
Getting sick.

It kind of ruins the plans, expectations, fun, and relaxation you had in mind.

I got to see family this past weekend. It's still great how things work out despite the busy-ness of the Christmas season. There may be frustration and miscommunication about who is coming to whose house and when they are coming and why they haven't figured out a better system of coordinating who travels each year...these disruptions always occur but when we get together, things seem to be alright. Laughter and merriment seem to adorn the aforementioned chaotic mess.

This week I've had the honor of being a bridesmaid in a beautiful wedding. It was truly a fairytale. Winter weddings are really wonderful. I felt so invited and happy to be a part of a celebration. It was lovely.

A dear friend of mine paid me a visit yesterday even in my sickened state. She's a sweetheart for putting up with my yucky self. It was an enjoyable time and each time we come together, it seems absolutely effortless picking up where we left off.

We watched The Holiday...a fantastic, warm fuzzy feeling and absolute girly movie. Sometimes, I wonder why we, women, willingly let ourselves be tortured by such sappy scenarios. However, there's something about watching these movies with your girls and being able to squeal, sigh, laugh and vomit at what is taking place in these character's lives. The hope that you build for two people to find each other and stay together despite the turmoil in the middle of the movie (cue sappy I miss you music) is captivating nevertheless.

The getting sick part this week was absolutely no fun, my friend but the laugher and joy this week has been great.

I know that even though this season is full of joy, there is emptiness for many. I know there are some who long to be closer to a someone else, some mourning the loss of a loved one, some wishing this season turned out a bit differently for them and so forth. I wish I could give those people a big hug and say it's going to be ok. I think something I caught on to from the movie was that, there are many ways to fall in love. Many ways and do remember that. There are many ways for you to love and be loved.

Love,
C