A lonely Christmas Eve; a blistery winter mix; a bottle of Holly’s Reserve and 24 hours of a Christmas Story = a very thankful girl.

Yesterday was 70 and humid with tornado watches. Today is 29 with sleet, snow and 25 mph winds (white out conditions)! I chose the latter; it must be the Midwestern girl in me! It feels so much more like Christmas with those types of conditions outside.

Evan has to work a double shift today so I am here all by my lonesome. It’s part of the job that I will never get used to. I know he’s bummed he has to be at work instead of at home with me. He does, however, have off tomorrow – Christmas Day.

Tonight was spent Skyping with Dave and Lisa. I got to watch my nieces and nephew open their gifts. It was like I was right there with them. It almost brought tears to my eyes. Thank goodness for technology!!!

Tomorrow we will spend the day with our friends, Carl and Diana (they introduced us). It’s as close as home gets and we’re thankful they are willing to have us over. It should involve lots of good food, entertainment and drinks.

Even though I’m alone tonight when many are with family and friends, I am thankful that I have a roof over my head, food on the table, presents under the tree and a fire in the fireplace.

Here’s hoping all of you have a wonderful Christmas. Remember everything you have to be thankful for; there are so many less fortunate. Merry Christmas to all!!!