*christmas in the 'ville*

So I spent the day in Louisville with my bestest friend Val. We had lunch at Lynn's Paradise Cafe (the sweet potato fries were excellent, I might add) and then we did some major Christmas shopping. I think I'm done. Holy cow.
It was so good to be with Val today...I'm always so excited to tell her about my current dishes, what's going on and everything else. I love hearing her reactions and thoughts on decisions I have to make. One of the things I love most about her is that she gets excited when I'm excited, and sad when I'm sad. Which is cool, because that's exactly how the Bible tells us to be. We are to be empathetic friends - something that is hard to find in most people. She really listens and I know that if she tells me something, it is because she cares about my heart and what's best for me.
We've been friends for ages and I'm so proud to call her my friend. Here's to you, Valarie. You rock.
I just realized that I need wrapping paper.
Dang it!
Just when you think the madness of holiday shopping is over, they stab you in the eye with the wrapping paper! Presents are no good unless they are kept secret! I've got a great idea though on what I'll wrap them with...here's a hint - think about where I work!
Bardstown Road looked really pretty today all decked out for Christmas. Lights. Trees. Hippies all bundled up. It was a joyous sight.
And best of all was that I got to spend time with my friend. It is true that the older you get the more you need the people you knew when you were young.
I hope to keep people like Val in my life for all of it.
If you have a friend like that, hold on for dear life. It isn't everyday you find someone who will love you despite yourself.
If I could have a day as good as today was just once a month, I'd be the happiest little Christmas elf EVER.