We are who we are, neither as good 

nor as bad as we're made out to be. 

And who we are doesn't change 

how we truly feel, only our freedom 

to follow those feelings.

~ Melissa Marr ~

No matter what happens, 

in most cases there is a way forward. 

Move forward by assessing the facts, 

with a vision of the ideal outcome in mind. 

Act with kindness, consideration, and care. 

And if there isn't a way yet, 

it's time to forge one.

~ Grace Gibraltar ~

“Hope is a psychological mechanism

that is unaffected by external realities.”

~ Gene Wolfe ~

Hello Friends,  have a warm and cozy week as we count down to the big day!

I will not be here on a daily basis to post to you after today.  I start working tomorrow, Wednesday.  I work through Friday, January 2nd.  I will try to read, answer or send a graphic when I have time.  I have so many pretty Christmas graphics to share but my time will be very limited.  Thank you for understanding!  

Whether you celebrate Christmas Texas style in warm weather, 

or are knee deep in snow celebrating Christmas, 

remember the reason for a true Christmas is the birth of Jesus and

be a light to everyone you meet, write or talk to each day of your life.  

You weren't born to please anyone; 

you have to live life to express yourself, 

not to impress anyone. 

Don't pretend to be someone you're not, 

and never lose yourself seeking 

the acceptance and approval of others.

~ Roy T. Bennett ~