It was a dreary day today, but I didnt think dreary thoughts.   My friend Karen exchanged Christmas presants today( better late than never)  and then we went out to lunch. It was a good time. We talked about our sons younger years in the Boy Scouts. She lost her son about 4 yrs ago. We have much incommon, even though our kids were raised in differant states.   We always seem to be able to cheer each other up. It is good to have someone in your life like that.   My husband notices me and my moods more now.  Especially since my Daughter and her kids moved out.  It is nice not to be forgotten .  I felt like a maid and nag with the house full and Mike used to make himself scarce and hide from everyone. Its good to be noticed again.  He has been my rock for a long time, I seem to need that now more then ever. We are looking forward to vacation, a cruise to the eastern caribian for 7 days, my first 7 day cruise.   This should help me relax.....