Got through the Holidays

Well I got through the holidays pretty well. Emotions were all over the place on Christmas Day. I woke up fine, but then it turned into a day like any other. I went to the gym. All the stores were open (although in honour of them being closed at home, I refused to go into them--I can go at least one day without stepping foot inside a store). But then a new friend called in the afternoon and we chatted for a long time and that cheered me up. Got me laughing a lot! Then dinner with a few of us expats still kicking around and that was absolutely amazing! Renee and Dallas went to so much effort for us! We decorated a palm tree, and had Christmas carols going. Did a little gift exchange, although I don't think my gift of nature went over very well. Oh well. Got home late, then chatted on the phone til all hours of the morning. Then at 4 a.m. got up (actually I was still up) and called home. My family had just finished Christmas dinner and opening presents. It was great to see them all and chat with all of them. It made my Christmas complete!
It makes me realize just how important some people are to me, and that I should do better to not take them for granted.
Now back from Thailand where I spent New Years and had an absolute blast. Bangkok was crazy with all of its hustle and bustle. I did enjoy having McD's for the first time in months!
Back at work, where I don't think there will be much sleeping over the next six weeks!
Busy, busy, busy. Maybe it'll keep me out of trouble. Maybe it won't. We'll see!