AJM, I do understand what you are saying and yes, life is very short and we need to live it to the fullest. I'm sure you've got a lot on your plate, i.e., worrying about your sister.
Speaking of gifts that the mlcer gives us, I was very lucky that my xh flew the coop when he did. I was given the gift of time well spent w/my BIL and my father before they both passed on. It was true quality time and I will always treasure the time that I spent w/both of them.
Sounds like you are going to be busy today baking cookies. That is a very sweet gesture that you are doing for the kids across the street. I seriously doubt that Santa will many of them tonight. LOL!
Well, I've had the usual call on Christmas Eve, i.e., "private name/private caller". It has happened every year since he left. I just chuckled.
Enjoy your baking and don't sample too many of them yourself! LOL!
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.
