Ugh. Well, I tried. I can’t even make up an excuse for last night’s lack of posting, though I would have likely fallen asleep again. I took my Ambien at 10:30pm, made a grocery list, and as I was getting ready to go upstairs my husband said, “You didn’t write a blog post.” I was about 20 minutes into my sleeping-pill haze and I probably wouldn’t have stayed awake long enough to type the title.

Instead of turning my computer back on, I chose to go to bed.

That means I’ve now missed two days out of the the last 29. Dang it. To be that close to a finishing a challenge and not see it through kind of stinks. But, there is always next November…right? *laughs maniacally* *dons straitjacket* *begs to be taken to a padded room with no internet access*

Speaking of padded rooms, I think it’s time that I invested in a happy light. Ohio is gray, yo’. I’m all, “Where’s my Prozac?”

And, my husband is all, “You don’t take Prozac. Here, drink some of my homemade wine.”

But, as good as his moonshine is, it doesn’t make me happy when I look out the window. I would leave Ohio for someplace with bluer skies, if I could convince my husband to do so. In a heartbeat, really. Of course, that would mean tearing my kids out of school and leaving family, including our parents.  Though, if I said, “blue sky”, my 77 year old mom would be jumping into our car, like Luke Duke, to go with us.

I looked at lights for people with Seasonal Affective Disorder today, but they are so ugly. If any of you come across a box of sunshine that doesn’t look like a box of sunshine, please let me know. I feel like having a lamp that is so OBVIOUSLY for depression, would only depress me further. Make it silver-based with a lovely shade and then we’ll talk.

I think that, combined with the moonshine, might just do the trick.

In the meantime, I’m here to make YOU happy! Don’t forget to enter my Bounce and Dove giveaways! Who needs happy lights when there are gift cards involved?

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With Christmas fast approaching, I thought I would share some of my favorite products. If you’re looking for gift ideas, this is a good place to start. I wasn’t compensated by any of these companies and all of these items were purchased by me, for me. (Or, in the case of the pillow, by my husband, for me…so that he wouldn’t have to listen to me complain about my stiff neck anymore.)

1. Keen Coronado Shoes

Not since I had nice legs and platform heels, in 1993, have I received as many compliments on a pair of shoes. Plus, they are so comfortable! Fair warning, they took a few days to break in, but once the back of the shoe softened a little bit, they were perfect. I wear them every, single day.

2. Williams Sonoma Corkscrew

This is a newer model than the one I own, but it looks the same in design and price. Mine is a well-crafted, sturdy, mid-level priced corkscrew that gets a lot of use. Ahem. Simply the best corkscrew I have ever used.

3. Fleece scarf from Old Navy

If I’m going to wrap something around my neck, I want it to be soft. Plus, this scarf is so inexpensive that you can buy one in every color and pattern without breaking the bank.

4. Lands End fleece jacket

Speaking of soft…this is like wrapping yourself in clouds. It also keeps you warm and can be, easily, machine washed.

5. Stainless-steel tub (this one is from Target, but you can get them just about anywhere)

These tubs are a stylish way to ice down drinks for guests, hold firewood next to your fireplace or roll up blankets for storage in your family room. Everything looks good when displayed in one!

6. Running skirt from Athleta

Sure, you’ll need some tights under this for winter, but once spring comes, you can wear it alone. I have three words for you…Doesn’t. Ride. Up.

7. Symmetry Candleholders from Partylite

It’s a vase! It’s a pillar holder! Its contents can change with the season (seashells, pine cones, Christmas ornaments, lemons)! If you fancy versatility, this candleholder is for you.

8. Tempur-Pedic pillow

You know how some people take their pillow with them when they go out of town? I used to make fun of them until I got this. It’s amazing. The end.

9. Logitech wireless mouse

My hand touches this mouse more than any other thing throughout the day. My job would take me four times as long if I used the built in mouse on my laptop. At least.

10. Flavored vodka

Tasty, no-carb and low-calorie, these vodkas make the perfect mixer with your favorite diet soda or low-sugar juice. My favorite? Blueberry vodka, diet-Fresca and a splash of grape juice. Mmm…

As a matter of fact, I think one of those drinks is calling me right now.

Happy shopping, everyone!

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If you’re ever bored and want to have some fun, follow your friends to a bar where they’re having a mini class-reunion and pretend you graduated with everyone there.

The reaction from people trying to place you is classic.

Sure, it isn’t real nice, but it’s funny. Also, if it’s Saturday night in Ohio, that’s about as exciting as it gets. And, you never know how many of your “classmates” will offer to buy you a drink.

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All right, Santa we’re ready for you. Bring it.

But, if you could wait until we get the tree skirt down so that the bubble wrap is covered, that would be great. We’re using that to keep the tree from sliding around.

Also, my son is quite concerned about you getting hurt because our chimney needs to be rebuilt, but the estimate is $7,000 for a repair from the roof up or $15,000 for a completely new chimney. Maybe you could use the front door this year. And, next. Also, the year after that.

My son’s stocking holder is broken, so please don’t put anything too heavy in there or it will come crashing to the floor. You should wear your steel-toed boots just in case.

The outside Christmas lights turn on with a switch near the front door. If you do turn them on, listen for a “pop” and then make sure a fire hasn’t started in the wall. Thanks.

Oh, and I ate all of the cookies.

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