I recently had a bag of I/V iron to treat anemia from a recent ulcer bleed. I'm probably not anemic now. I should go for labs in the upcoming week.

Tonight I want to gather up the boxes that held Xmas stuff and put them in my outside storage closet. Two nights ago, I put up my Nativity set and my Victorian village that was my boyfriend's. They look very nice. More stuff is strewn around and a bunch of empty boxes. If I would just pick up that stuff and stow it, my place would look nice. That would make me feel much better. It's already dark and cold, but I think I can still get it done.

I keep thinking of my sister who is giving me the cold shoulder. She telephoned me when she was drinking and stressed me out. This was in July. I was in the hospital. So I told her the call upset me. Since then she's staying out of touch. I didn't think she'ld keep this up so close to Christmas. I've called her and texted and sent a nice Xmas card. She acts too busy to interact. I've gone through this with her before. I truly don't deserve this. I've been there for her when she's had tough times. I should stop thinking about it. She's immature and spiteful. I shouldn't expect better of her.

I was alone last Christmas, and it didn't bother me. This year I do feel isolated.

Well, let me put away the boxes.