It's been awhile since I last wrote, and a lot has taken place. Between the decision to move to a new state and start new, the process of finding myself in a new city, and all the dreams I still have for myself at the moment and in the future, life has become a bit of a whirlwind in the best possible way. There are too many people to thank individually for the new adventure I find myself on, but I would like to share a few things with you before you make your travels.
As you are going over your list and checking it twice, please consider providing a little extra cheer to the Delta agent who performed a holiday miracle of finding a reasonably priced and time efficient flight when my flight on Frontier had been canceled. He truly made my Christmas by allowing me the time to spend with my folks.
Also, make a note that Jamie and Isaac deserve a few extra treats to brighten the coming year. They opened their home and personalities to me. It is such a joy to find people who want the best for others, who embrace the need for change, and are supportive of another individual and welcome that person's individuality (even when that person's individuality consists of a 37 year old who believes in Santa).
When you find yourself in the sky above Bakersfield, CA can you make your sleigh bells ring just a bit louder so Sis can remember all those times in our youth we waited for you to arrive. She'll know I'm thinking about her that way, and I wouldn't have been able to make the leap I did this year without her support and encouragement.
If you head to Portland, OR after CA it would be greatly appreciated if you could stop in and say hi to Sinatra--maybe you could leave her a small toy mouse. I miss her curling up with me in bed, and she has been the best of cat for the 16+ years since she chose to be in my life.
To all my friends in SLC, provide them with the gift of a blanket of snow so they can cuddle up together. Maybe provide the hot coco for them to sip on while they tell stories and memories of all the times spent together (I'd say to leave them High West Whiskey, but I don't want you to get in trouble with any of the strange Utah liquor laws--wouldn't that be a scene--Santa fined by the UABC).
As for when you arrive tonight in Tennessee, the folks and I will be finishing our traditional fondue dinner. I know I'm not supposed to see you or your sleigh, but this Christmas all I ask is that you bring my family a lasting memory. Maybe, while we're going over a story of a Christmas past shared together, your reindeer could entice a doe deer into the back yard for us to gaze in wonder and be at peace.
That is what you have brought me every Christmas. A moment of peace to be with the people I love, to say thank you to friends who have become family. For that Santa, I am always in your debt. Thank you for all the years (and many more to come) of believing in the good people can bring, and the smiles and laughter shared with all those who have been a part of my life.
And now I must sign off. Mom wants me to bake my Ginger Snap cookies. I'll save a few for you to enjoy tonight. Safe travels Santa.
Merry Christmas!
Denver
