Books

Cross Stitch Happy

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Another year gone by...

I haven't had much time for posting, it seems the older I get the more I procrastinate. My 56th birthday (how the heck did that happen) was Dec. 22nd, so I have good reason to feel old, especially when the body feels it, my mind still feels so young. I wish they could meet in the middle somewhere :) Dec. 17th was my last day of work. When I retired Oct. 31, 2003 I never thought I would go back, Never say Never ! I was asked back in May of 2006 to help cover holidays as they had someone on short term. I've been saying for a long time now that I was going to quit, and it was like perfect timing. I go in to give my notice and get laughed at, yes my manger laughed, he was going to let me go. The department needed to cut back and being casual, I was the first to go, along with another casual employee. Luckily nobody permanent is losing their job. I will definitely miss the extra money, but my Mom needs me at home more now and I don't want any regrets later on.

It's been a busy week, doctor appointments for us both, hair appointments for us both, manicure for myself, last minute shopping, still have the wrapping to do. I remember this time last year we were snowed in, I thought I wasn't going to be able to drive to my Brothers for Christmas Dinner, but thankfully we made it okay. Today the sun is shinning, ground is dry and the kids are wondering how Santa is going to get here without snow. He is just as magical as the reindeers that bring him :)

I was wanting to show some of my stitching, but have misplaced my camera. I've been working on various projects trying to get at least one finished this year. I may, but it won't be in time for Christmas.

All the best to you and your family and thanks for dropping by to read my blog.

6 comments:

Daffycat said...

Wishing you a very merry Christmas, Irene...and a happy birthday as well!

Pumpkin said...

Oh crap! I didn't know it was your birthday :o( I've marked it down for next year...

Sorry that you lost your job :o( At least you'll have lots to do to keep you busy!

Merry Christmas my friend :o)

Cindy's Stitching said...

Happy Birthday. I know how you feel. I will be 45 on New Year's Day - how can that be - I still feel 18. How well it worked out with your job. In the new year maybe you will have more time for stitching. Merry christmas to you and your family.

mumzy said...

Happy Belated Birthday Irene. Hope you have many, many more and 56 is not that old, I think it is quite young myself.

Happy Holidays to you and yours!

Melissa said...

Belated Happy Birthday Irene! 56 is NOT old! Please!

Aren't we having wonderful weather? A little dusting of snow, let's say an inch or two, would make it quite magical but I don't want to tempt the weather gods! Enjoy your Christmas!

Nic said...

Happy belated birthday, Irene! And have a very Merry Christmas!