Saturday, December 17, 2011

Taking Stock

First things first: my youngest son's latest surgery was incredibly successful. It went so much better this time, and his recovery was immensely easier. He's a tough little two-year-old. Hopefully we'll find out in January if it worked completely this time. My little stormtrooper has been through a lot.

While writing my latest WIP, set in Antarctica mind you, I just noticed how strong an aroma our Christmas tree is still emitting. We've had it for a little over two weeks now, and it is still going strong. Don't get me wrong, I love the smell, but usually it has either gone or weakened to the point of becoming unnoticeable. I think this is a good omen for the coming year, what with all the bad juju in 2011. We've always gotten real trees (I can't say live because technically they're severed and dead plants which can absorb water) and we'll continue to, even if I have to volunteer my boys into putting if up for me when I'm too old.

My prediction for 2012: everything will be jolly good with nothing going wrong. If only it were that simple. Seriously though, I can only look up and pray for better fortunes. It does not do to dwell in gloom, despite the mounting adversity. Wait, that sounds like a general synopsis for many books. Well, I guess if the shoe fits...

I'll be praying for every one of you as well!

13 comments:

  1. Poor little guy. Glad to hear the surgery went well.

    The karmic optimist in me thinks you're owed a very good 2012. :)

    Have a great holiday!

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  2. Thank you so much! I pray it is a great one. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too!

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  3. You & your family have been in my thoughts often. I'm wishing you all the very best in 2012. God knows you deserve it. Merry Christmas, Julius!

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  4. Thank you, Nancy. I think we could all do with a better 2012. I didn't have an easy button for 2011. Merry Christmas!

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  5. It's going to be a great year! I'm thinking positive.
    So glad to hear that your little guy is doing so well. Take care and have a blessed Christmas!

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  6. Thank you, Nadja! I'm thinking positive as well. Merry Christmas to you and yours! Plus, have a Happy New Year!

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  7. I hope your son is well on his way to a quick recovery. I know firsthand how tough it can be on mommy and daddy.

    Unfortunately, real life is always stranger than fiction.

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  8. Thank you, Jay. He is doing very well, we're sure this fixed it. We'll know for sure in about a month. Life is stranger than fiction, that's what makes it fun to imitate.

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  9. Congratulations on the surgery. Good wishes to the stormtrooper!

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  10. Very best wishes to you and your family. I hope your son will be well and that 2012 is a much happier time for you all. Thank you for following and I hope you have a lovely Christmas with your little son.

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  11. Robert- he's a tough one.

    Valentina- that is my wish. We will, and you have a Merry Christmas as well.

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  12. Glad to hear the little guy is doing great! It's amazing how tough kids can be. Happy Holidays and stay positive for 2012 :)

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  13. He's doing very well. They are more resilient than most adults, and that's a good thing. Merry Christmas!

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