It's All Over...

[Guest]

But what a goodun' it was!

Talking about Christmas and the New Year, btw.

I love Christmas, and all the massive build up - kids getting excited, counting down the days, attending their school plays, going shopping, wrapping up pressies, then the big day itself!

Then, boom! It's all over and it feels a massive anti-climax. Much like a wet fart. But not, if you get me?

Then there's New Year's Eve. Fun, but nothing much. Too much to drink, party poppers, Auld Lang Syne, then a headache.

And now, we are on the brink of a new year. What will it bring? What will I learn this year? What more will I find out about myself and those around me? Will I really have to buy a new wardrobe? (That's cos my jeans, and every other item of clothing I own, keep falling off me - I don't wanna jynx the progress I've made, cos knowing my sodding luck, my weight will fluctuate back up again. NO! Mustn't think like that.)

Hey-ho, it will soon be Christmas again.

What do I crave now? Back to normality, cos I'm knackered.

I cannot wait to get back into my writing again. I love this time of year: very few distractions and reasons not to be sat at my desk, pounding away on the keyboard. I'm itching to go again, so many new ideas and such drive.

How's about you? Are you sad it's all over for another year? Relieved? Ambivalent? What are your hopes and fears for the coming year?

Lou

 

[Guest]

 

[Bridget69]

Yeah, I hate all of the anticipation and preparations, then all of a sudden it's all over. I suppose it's like an orgasm in that respect. It doesn't last long enough.

 

[C's Button]

I need to believe something extraordinary is possible.

Last year sucked major. There were a few times, when I just wanted it to end. But it had some really great stuff, too. Like finding my love. Someone who loves you can sometimes make all the difference. I mean, stuff still hurts, but it easier to bear when you have someone in your corner.

Anyway. Last year totally sucked and I'm looking forward to this year cause it is going to be lots better.

"You are all my tomorrows"

quotes blatantly stolen from "A Beautiful Mind"

 

[shereads]

Relieved.

Not sad that it's over, but sad that I'm relieved.

 

[TheEarl]

I'm not even lifting my head at the moment. It's sad to say that the only thing I noted about the passing of the holiday season was the reduced time I had till my work deadlines.

And of course even more depressing was the realisation that I still count down the days to seeing my former Lady again.

The Earl

 

[English Lady]

I feel a little deflated -though that might be because I'm full of a stinking cold!

When I came home from mums the hubby had very helpfuly taken down all the decorations for me and the place just looked so bland and stark without them.

I know there may be some big changes in my life this year too, we're looking to possibly move (again) and I am not big on change really;so I approach the new year with trepidation.

 

[Carl East]

I have to say that apart from 2003 (which sucked for me in more ways than you know) I've always thought Christmas was the best time of the year. 2004 more than made up for that one bad year though, as I spent it and new years eve with my sweetie, and it all totally rocked. I think America is a beautiful country.

Happy new year to one and all, and may all the wishes (I know you made) come true.

Carl

 

[cantdog]

That is such a fine story, Carl. Best wishes and congratulations-- from all of us, I feel certain.

I'm quitting smoking, so I can't report unalloyed bliss, but there were some saisfying moments this year.

cantdog

 

[EmeraldKitten]

2004 was okay.
I had my first official year as a hair stylist. (Yay for a real job, lol.)
Leading into Christmas, I was a maniac.
I work 5 days a week, and I'm either there until 6 or 8. My shopping time was limited.
When I had the time to do it, I didn't have the funds.
Once I had the money, I didn't have the time, seeing as how I worked my day off for a few weeks in a row.
I finally finished up my shopping the Wednesday before Christmas.

It was hectic in itself, and then at work it was nuts!
Everyone suddenly realized Christmas was a week or so away.
Freaks, lol.

This Christmas wasn't the best~ my grandma had back surgery the week before, and my Great-grandma is in the nursing home. Since Grandma can't ride in a car, we didn't have both of them in the same place, and that was hard.
I don't like change, and I especially dislike changing traditions.
But, this year it couldn't be helped.
Another reason I'm glad it's done.

I'm kinda relieved the year is over, but I'm sad to see the holidays go.
I wish I could've enjoyed them more. Taken more time to sit back and relax.
I did do that on New Years, but I even had to work on New Years eve.

2004 was kinda scary, since I'm trying to establish myself professionally.
However, I've learned quite a bit about myself, and that's always a good thing.

Hopefully this new year will be a pleasant one, and I can grow.
Become a better person, change bad habits, aquire more patience, the usual, lol.

Make 2005 as good as possible everyone!

~K

 

[Guest]

I have to say that apart from 2003 (which sucked for me in more ways than you know) I've always thought Christmas was the best time of the year. 2004 more than made up for that one bad year though, as I spent it and new years eve with my sweetie, and it all totally rocked. I think America is a beautiful country.

Happy new year to one and all, and may all the wishes (I know you made) come true.

Carl

Yes, Carl, that is a fine story indeed. What a turnaround in a year, eh? So bloody happy for you.

Lou

 

[LadyJeanne]

This was the best Christmas ever, despite the 6 degree temps I flew into in Chicago.

It was all about the new kitty at my parents' house - their first one! - so we were all too busy playing and laughing with her to argue. More laughing and playing with old friends that I don't get to see often, and all the giggling with my sister, warmed me up quite nicely.

And best of all, my honey and I squeezed each other so tightly and so long, every drop of love we had just flowed out everywhere. 2005 is going to be a great year.

Happy New Year to all!

 

[~photoguy~]

I'm happy to be heading into 05, although i do enjoy the holy-dayz ! Now, just gotta pay for it all somehow.... the weeks of shopping, planning, organizing ... all done in the blink of an eye .. sigh ....

at least this year, for the first time I can remember .. i TOTALLY ignored and forgot about work ... didnt even go in to clean my desk ...

as a result .. today I'm in a frenzy, trying to remember where I was back on the 24th .... and yet ... I'm on Lit ... hehe ... ignoring work

 

[Svenskaflicka]

2005 hasn't started out too fine for me - I'm out of work this week because of that damned tsunami!

 

[minsue]

2005 hasn't started out too fine for me - I'm out of work this week because of that damned tsunami!

'Flicka, please don't think me unkind. I'm sorry you're out of a job, truly, but 140,000+ people have died due to that damned tsunami and far more than I can even fathom are without food, shelter, and water, much less jobs.

 

[Guest]

'Flicka, please don't think me unkind. I'm sorry you're out of a job, truly, but 140,000+ people have died due to that damned tsunami and far more than I can even fathom are without food, shelter, and water, much less jobs.

I was just thinking much the same thing.

Svenska, I am sorry for you, truly I am, but there are hundreds of thousands who have lost absolutely everything, many of them their complete families.

 

[Svenskaflicka]

True, but I can't do a fuck about that.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not as care-less as I may sound. I do feel sorry for all the people who have lost families, loved ones, homes, property, jobs, lives, etc, etc. My best friend M lost someone out there.

But I DO reserve my right to bitch and whine about my own problems, thank you very much.

Sad as the situation is, we can't all stop living out of respect for the victims. The fact that my situation isn't as problematic as theirs doesn't make it any easier for me, does it?

 

[minsue]

True, but I can't do a fuck about that.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not as care-less as I may sound. I do feel sorry for all the people who have lost families, loved ones, homes, property, jobs, lives, etc, etc. My best friend M lost someone out there.

But I DO reserve my right to bitch and whine about my own problems, thank you very much.

Sad as the situation is, we can't all stop living out of respect for the victims. The fact that my situation isn't as problematic as theirs doesn't make it any easier for me, does it?

I understand what you're saying, 'Flicka, and I do feel for you.

I think it was the wording that got under my skin a bit. Of all that was lost on that horrific day, a job is not even a drop in the bucket. I think it's safe to say that, after that goddamned tusnami, much of the world rich and poor alike looked, if only for a moment, at what they had instead of what they need and felt grateful.

I apologize if I was unartful in my post before.

 

[Svenskaflicka]

No problem.

 

[Kassiana]

I don't have a job. I don't have a line on one. I desperately need one. If I don't, I could well end up ... well, I don't want to think about that.

Thankfully, my parents gave us some gift certificates that will keep us going for a little bit with food and necessaries, but if I don't get a job I'm fucked, and not in a good way.

 

[Carl East]

I don't have a job. I don't have a line on one. I desperately need one. If I don't, I could well end up ... well, I don't want to think about that.

It's funny, but I have a job in England I just need one in America. lol

You'll find one though Kassi, it'll come along just when you're not expecting it. Good luck.

Carl

 

[Honey123]

I was in a car accident the day before New Year's Eve, so I am still trying to get over the aches and pains of it!!

This year's holidays were a bit sad and I am glad they are over. Most likely it's coz I didn't wear yellow undies...next year I will know better!

 

[Belegon]

I was in a car accident the day before New Year's Eve, so I am still trying to get over the aches and pains of it!!

This year's holidays were a bit sad and I am glad they are over. Most likely it's coz I didn't wear yellow undies...next year I will know better!

you mean these aren't yours? found them in the back seat and thought they must be...

 

[Honey123]

you mean these aren't yours? found them in the back seat and thought they must be...

LOL....That's probably why I wasn't wearing them!

Although, I do remember them being on your head

 

[pop_54]

Ba!! Humbug!!