I didn't participate in the card exchange because our cards are picture cards without any room to write on, but I do have a couple extra if anyone wants one.
Can't even shout, Can't even cry. The Gentlemen are coming by. Looking in windows, knocking on doors. They need to take seven, and they might take yours. Can't call to mom, can't say a word. You're gonna die screaming but you won't be heard.
Dream Girl ,'Bring On The Night'
Goodbye and Good Riddance: Hey, at least you didn't get a Peloton. (2019)
Take stock, reflect, butch, moan, vent. We are all here for it.
sj - Dec 31, 2019 6:18:50 am PST #71 of 140
"There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea."
amych - Dec 31, 2019 6:29:11 am PST #72 of 140
Now let us crush something soft and watch it fountain blood. That is a girlish thing to want to do, yes?
I'm not normally a card person, but the card exchange got me to actually send a few, and brought me great joy from the ones I got; I totally plan to send a few more as new years' cards, uhhh, real soon now.
(And for anyone who hesitated to join in: I don't think anyone has any problem with cards arriving after whatever holiday, or cards without a lot of personalization, or anything else like that! It's just lovely to hear from a bunch of friends at a dark time of the year! I would definitely do it again next year!)
meara - Dec 31, 2019 6:47:00 am PST #73 of 140
I wanted to send more cards but I ran out—I thought 40 would be plenty but apparently I have more addresses than I realized. Oops.
msbelle - Dec 31, 2019 7:21:28 am PST #74 of 140
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb
If anyone not 'officially" in the exchange wants addresses from "THE LIST" - I can help with that.
EpicTangent - Dec 31, 2019 7:48:07 am PST #75 of 140
Why isn't everyone pelting me with JOY, dammit? - Zenkitty
I just finally got my cards for the exchange done last night. It has been so nice getting cards, and I was glad of the exchange to spur me to get some done myself.
Zenkitty - Dec 31, 2019 9:09:25 am PST #76 of 140
Every now and then, I think I might actually be a little odd.
I also really enjoyed the card exchange. It spurred me to get my shit together and send out cards for the first time in many years. I liked sending them out as much as getting them. We should definitely do this again.
Also, getting cards is nice, even if they're "late", I just like hearing from my friends.
Shir - Dec 31, 2019 9:38:25 am PST #77 of 140
"And that's why God Almighty gave us fire insurance and the public defender".
Cards! Got lisah and Calli's today. They're beautiful!
Laura - Dec 31, 2019 9:59:33 am PST #78 of 140
Our wings are not tired.
I've heard the theory that Coco held on against the cancer until he was sure that I'd be okay without him.
I absolutely believe this. I'm sorry it has been such a rough couple of years, Fred. May 2020 bring all good things. I like your attitude on retirement. You'll know when it is right.
I love the cards! Now I need to remember to get things like postcards when I am out and about and use that address list!
Theodosia - Dec 31, 2019 11:29:35 am PST #79 of 140
'we all walk this earth feeling we are frauds. The trick is to be grateful and hope the caper doesn't end any time soon"
I got the cards on my list in the mail today! Plus a couple extra to the senders who included me, so I'm feeling that I managed some minimal decent adulting.
Calli - Dec 31, 2019 1:06:51 pm PST #80 of 140
I must obey the inscrutable exhortations of my soul—Calvin and Hobbs
I'm so glad the card made it to you, Shir!
The card exchange was fun. I like sending cards, and getting something in the mail that isn't an ad, a money request, or a bill is delightful.
This year's been mostly good. I joined a gym and went pretty regularly when travel and health issues allowed. I had some job interviews in the areas I'd like to move to, although nothing came of them. There are usually a few nibbles before a good bite. I've been able to spend time with friends and family, travel a little, make a friend or two. If it wasn't for the sheer flustercluck at the political level, this would be a good year. Here's hoping 2020 will help resolve that.