gather 'round the warm glow of my xmas lighter

um...yeah.
it's really snowing.
i will be celebrating the new year in my home, i suspect.
i have been invited to a house party -
all the way downtown.
money is tight and i have a very sore throat.
i guess i will suck it up and leave new year's eve alone.
i don't know what is more alarming...
that it's the first year i won't be whooping it up -
or that it's the first year i don't really want to.

i'm thinking i may just tuck into bed with a bottle,
and maybe some salt and vinegar chips and m&ms for good measure.

first i will tromp around this gorgeous snow for a bit today.
i could use some roses in my cheeks.