What a year this has been! I fought a dragon for the best part of the year and am just now recovering from the battle. I don't yet know if I was able to slay that beast, time will tell, but I definitely kicked his scaly butt! (OK, I had plenty of help...) In the process, I made new and beautiful friends, met some incredibly kind and dedicated people, was reminded of the deep and unconditional love of my family and friends, had the awesome power of prayer reaffirmed, and discovered strength I didn't know I had. Good bye, 2011! I am ready to start the first year of the rest of my life! Happy New Year, everyone!

Christmas is Coming

Christmas is coming, the geese 

are getting fat

Please put a penny in the old

 man's hat

If you haven't got a penny, a 

ha'penny will do

If you haven't got a ha'penny, 

then God bless you!