Christmas

I went to Church today. The first time in over two years. The people who I made no attempt to contact were

happy, glad to see me. And, it wasn't fake happiness.

They didn't ask me if I'd lost the lord, or if I had gon astray. They asked me about school, my new girlfriend, and if I was happy to be home.

One woman in particular Gave me a huge hug and said "Mark! You're ALIVE!"

My whole family is over. My mom and sister have been cooking all afternoon,
Baking.
Roasting.
Slicing.
Rolling.

Everybody loved their gifts,
people looked happier than they have in a while.

An observation,
this is all I have to say.