Well, I am quite much happier now, I suppose, though the holidays have lost some of their glitter and joy they have previously held.

I know not why, exactly, they just...have.

But enough of that.

In the past two weeks I've lost the seven or so pounds I gained from being all stressed and such, and look much better, so that is good.

Our english teacher came back, who, though scary, is none the less brilliant.

I've gone to holiday parties, bought Christmas presents, and altogether did things that I should be enjoying.

I know that if I let myself get off in a depressive vein I will be like that the entire day, moaning over myself and pining for another life. Instead, I will now list the things I should be thankful (AM thankful) for :

Ahem.

1. I have wonderful friends that, though they are rather trying sometimes and can be annoying and rediculous, love me and whom I love. And that is very important.

2. I have a great family that, though sometimes so frusterating I want to tear off my head and eat it, I know love me, and I likewise.

3. I am rather smart, like it or not, and funny a lot of the time.

4. I am relatively laid back and easygoing.

5. I like musicals, and that's just an independant plus on its own.

6. As for liking Lord of the Rings, as well.

7. I'm not all that bad looking, after all.

8. I am understanding and give good advice.

9. I am loyal and pretty tough, which is good.

10. But at the same time girly nad soft and have a blosomming love of Shakespeare.

Haha!