Two of the yearly Christmas parties are upon me and i am so thrilled that i am doing so much better than this time last year. My drop-in party was yesterday. Last year i was sick with depression, desperate, my sleep was all messed up and things were going badly with my puppy.

This year i feel content, sleeping well, things going well with my pet -- now an adult dog and so much easier. I feel happy to skip the parties this year and spend quiet time at home. I feel so grateful that i have the freedom to do this -- no obligations to a partner or family.

I feel hopeful that the holidays will pass with ease. My suicide attempts have been in January a couple times. I am hopeful i will get thru that dreariest of months without incident.

[jelly-bean]

It's great to hear that things are so much better for you this year. I hope that the coming year is as good as this one.

[Crazy Hitch]

Wishing you well over the festive season apfie. May this feeling last.

[prepsychmel]

So happy to hear you are doing well. I have a hard time in the winter months as well. I hope you do just as well in January! I'm sure you will.