Tonight's picture was taken in December of 2002. It was the first snowfall of the season, and the first snow fall in general for Mattie. We dressed Mattie up, brought out his entertainment saucer, and lined his saucer with a festive blanket. We snapped hundreds of photos that day, trying to capture the right photo of Mattie for the front of our Christmas card. This wasn't the final photo we chose, but it definitely was a priceless one!
Quote of the day: When you hold a cupcake, sorrow disappears. ~ Anonymous
I am not sure I would have gone tonight either, but Peter suggested it. So I tried it. I am always VERY tentative going to parties period. Attach a party with a holiday, and that can be the recipe for a disaster for me.
But several friends greeted us when we arrived and it put me immediately at ease. It was an evening of eating, chatting, and of course LOTS of desserts! I literally took three cupcakes. I totally agree with tonight's quote, cupcakes have a way of bringing about a smile and happiness.
When I was a student and working at the university, I was always surrounded by holiday parties. In a way, when you work outside of your home, you can keep track of days and seasons better. After all, you hear conversations from others, you see how workplaces are decorated based on the season, and so forth. Running Mattie Miracle, I truly do not have these opportunities, nor do I seek them anymore. Which is why going to this party was special, different, festive and a totally new step for us.
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