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"We may be better than our reputation, but we are never better than our principles." Last night, after work, I was invited to attend a neighborhood gathering. The food and conversation were great, but I couldn't stay. It was full of happy couples and their beautiful kids... smiling, laughing, and full of holiday excitement. I didn't fit. Everyone I know has graciously invited me to join them for the holiday or spend time with me today like there is something that can be done to make things "better". I wanted to spend Thanksgiving at the 22P if it weren't for the drive. When I'm feeling especially sad, being alone in the car for hours is not my favorite thing to subject myself to... I know. I left the assortment of yummy dishes, cheery faces of welcoming neighbors, and homemade microbrew early return to our home. It was dark and quiet... completely opposite from last year. Henry was ready for bed. It took me a long time to fall asleep, but I was assuredly dehydrated by the time I finally made it. Henry used to get really worried when I would cry in bed... wanted to know what was wrong with Daddy. I think he assumes that's normal now because he was snoring before his head hit the pillow. Heh. I wanted to sleep as long as I could this morning, but he wasn't having it. So I'm up, and unsure of what the day will hold. I'll probably drive out to the country and visit Ted and Jenny's family this afternoon if I start to get cabin fever. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving together... and are truly thankful for what you have. It could be gone.