Morey died in April, 2013. The days were long and sunny when the winter came and the night came on so early that was the hardest time for me. Now, I'm more used to it but it was difficult at first.

Yesterday I actually found myself smiling at how neat and clean the house looked.....nothing out of place, everything where I left it that morning. Weird!

What I hate most is; if I don't go buy it at the store, I don't have it in the house.....that's really weird for me.

I lost my "hunter/gatherer!"

Roz

Roz - Lately I have been saying, "They don't tell you about this - there is no one else to run out on errands!" Karen

I think it's the difference between being an introvert or an extrovert. We introverts love our alone time, so no problem. For many of us large groups make us uncomfortable. Extroverts are different, enjoying being with a crowd. People fit somewhere along the spectrum between the two. I'm an introvert, so I'll throw my two cents in from that prospective.

I'm planning to be along for New Years by choice. I'm looking forward to a quiet evening, cuddling up with a good book. Later I will watch old movies, preferably Fred Astaire. I'll have some wine or juice to welcome the new year and go to bed. I do have a dog, but only got her last year. My husband passed five years ago

It is said that there is a difference between solitude and loneliness. I certainly believe that. With solitude you are alone, but loneliness is not a part of it. Instead it is a positive time to reflect on things, to embrace God's blessings. Sometimes when I'm alone I feel closest to God and look to Him for special guidance. In short, loneliness is about sadness, perhaps even despair. But solitude is about enlightenment.

Suggestions Read , take a walk with your new dog, join a group of fellow dog lovers, learn a new language, or just learn something new--cooking classes, craft classes, etc. Get a hobby. Have a spa night.

There's lots to do. You may find yourself enjoying it.