Hey guys! :) I’m a little bored, so I suppose I should let you all know what I have been up to lately.

As you all know Christmas is around the corner, so I am excited about that. This time of year is always so nice despite the cold weather. Although, I wish people wouldn’t make such a big fuss about Christmas. I won’t lie when I say I don’t mind receiving things from others, but if all I got was a card that would be good enough for me. It’s the thought that counts...right?

It’s not that I don’t appreciate anything I get, but something so simple as a pack of socks or a box of chocolates holds a lot of meaning. Sometimes while receiving a gift I often think to myself... I hope other people are just as happy as I am, but I know that is not the truth when there are many families living in poverty. But then I begin to think... I seem to worry so much but do very little about it. As much as I would love to help these families, as I have learned in Social Work 356R, I can’t do it alone.

Opps! I’ll stop ranting now. As I was saying it’s the thought that counts. As much as I would love to shower all my family and friends with great gifts I know that is not possible. Sure I will get them something small, but it’s not going to be that expensive. After all, I am a “starving student”.

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So I did lots of shopping this week. I went with my mom (I know you are reading this :P ) yesterday. It was a lot of fun. Yes guys.... shopping with my mom is cool.....lol. I got some things done, but not everything. I am still yet to shop for a few more people, but nothing major. I helped my mom pick out my Christmas gift, and she was very patient while I stood there playing 20 questions..... thanks mom.... loves ya!! :)

Today, I went shopping with Shanda. Well I actually went with her to keep her company. Although, I did buy a few things for myself and the last part of a gift for a friend... :) When I got home I put the gift together and I almost want to keep it for myself... lol But I won’t...

Finally, my Saturday night ended with doing a whole lot of nothing. I planned on doing lots of work today, but that just went out he door. I downloaded the movie Chicken Little, and watched that. It was not bad, but I don’t think it would be worth paying money at the theater. That’s just what I think. Don’t get me wrong it was very cute.

Anyway, I am getting tired so I think I am off to bed. I HAVE to do some work tomorrow, so I need to get up at a decent hour. Good night all and sweet dreams.

~Lots of Love~

Lori ¶ 10:11 PM