A holiday first

<p>I've been pondering the holidays lately, mostly thinking about what to buy for my kids and family but also about my emotions. I realized that this is the first holiday in a very long time that will nor be marred my extreme emotions. The past few years have been scarred by unsuccessful relationships and loneliness. This year I don't have any of those worries. I am happy, healthy and on my own. I look forward to this holiday season with a renewed sense of self and with a clear view of the people who truly matter in my life. I hope that as the years go by my holidays only get better and better.