It seems like I always have more ideas of what I "want" to do than actually gets done. I still have the fall decorations to put away. That having been said, when the decorations are up, there is a great feeling and I love the way the house looks. My mother died 24 years ago today so this could be a difficult time but I have tried to remember the good things/memories of her life not the bad, i.e, the 8 months it took her to fade away. My uncle died on Christmas Day, the same year, but again, I have tried to remember the good in our lives together. However, I know that what I do may not work for someone else. I think the important thing is that we remember WHY we celebrate this season. I wish Melinda the best and pray that the hurt will ease with time, however long it may take. My heart aches for her and the pain she is feeling. Blessings to all during this holiday season and may we all get done what will make us happy.