'Tis the Season

Nine more days 'til Christmas...unbelievable.  Haven't been shopping yet, but tomorrow I'll get it in gear.  It looks like the holidays here--the lights and tree are up; cookies are baked and delivered; gift list is made...somehow though, the cheer is missing.  I knew it would be tough, but my family/friends are helping.  I did book a flight to Florida for January which gives me something to look forward to.  Days of warm weather and sunshine should do the trick.