The events of these past several weeks have so filled my moments that I've literally not had the time to write here. That seems quite a likely excuse--even I'll admit that--but in all truth, that's been the case. :) If I somehow managed to find a way to visit with you here, the hour inevitably flies far into the predawn moments of the morning. Oh, well... I'm trying to reform such things now. :)

In late breaking news, I've just turned 22. December 21st came like any other day but left me another year older. :) A wonderful several-days-long celebration with lots of love from dear family and friends comprised all the birthday revelry. ...I'm such a blessed girl. You'd have to know my family and friends to know how very truly I mean that, but trust me, they're precious people and great gifts of God in my life. :)

Life has been so busy, as of late. Long before I tried to fit in any birthday commemoration, the days were already too full, literally, to be able to include more than three hours of sleep. :) It's been a good season of life, though. Many beautiful things have been brought into my days on this earth.

Speaking of the earth, our Hill Country is actually expecting snow on Sunday. I'm ecstatic. :) This may seem like a rather mundane occurance to some of you, but if you'd been "enjoying" 80 degree daytime temperatures, this whole Christmas season, you might be a bit excited, too. :)

A few days ago, I had my final concert of the season with my Renaissance choir. What a wonderful time I had! I'll try to post a song here so that you can all hear a bit of our work. 'Hope you'll enjoy it. :)

Much love, my dear ones. Thank you for remaining by me, even when all my "interesting writing" has ceased in the wake of an entire month of sleep deprivation. :) You're all dears, and I'll be praying that you'll enjoy a marvelous holiday season. Merry Christmas, sweet friends!