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This is the very first year it really hasn't felt like Christmas. There can be a couple reasons for that. I made the trip home this year. I have spent trip so far feeling overstimulated by chatty family members. I am used to being home alone and this constant talking is a wearing me out. I know it is a common thing that parents want to know what time you are doing everything you will be doing for the next day. But the furthest time ahead I plan anything these days is stuff that requires advance purchase such as plane tickets and condo rentals. My dad is like a little kid that wants to show me everything EVERYTHING!!!!

Nothing unique, I know. I am jealous of friends on cruises and in Colorado. That is what I will do next year. I NEED a vacation--I am still not adjusted from college. I need a vacation with sun on my skin all day long, ocean, waves, and partying and dancing at night.

I got to spend good time with a couple girlfriends in Columbia for the last couple days. Much needed girl time I must add... I miss my girlfriends from Missouri sooo much. Good friends are much harder to come by at the old age of 26 or when everyone is working and married...

So on a more positive note I am looking forward to playing with my friend Monica and her baby. I have never played with a baby before!! I am also going to Chi town for New Year's with some friends. That is an adventure I am purposely going on. I haven't done enough crazy partying yet at this age and that is the goal. I have an awesome dress all ready to go. Waaahooo! Dance the night away. Open bar. CAN NOT WAIT. :)

Then Whistler the weekend after I get back from the holidays.

Hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Years!