Got on a wild hair at work today and went back and read through all my D&D group's journals.  It took a long time and I probably should be finishing The Golden Compass, since I'm supposed to go see it with some people I work with.  Yet another good children's book that will be lobotomized, I'm sure, but I want to see the panserbjorne on the screen.

But I digress.  So I went back and read all the journals and quotes and I missed you all SO MUCH I almost cried.  I missed that time in my life, and all the people I had around me that I didn't appreciate as much as I should and now everyone is all scattered.  I missed having a group of friends that were so close I could just walk over and see them and I missed having a game to work on.  Being DM sometimes drove me crazy because I felt very responsible for it but god I miss it sometimes.

I don't know if it's the winter or what but lately I've been very dissatisfied with my life.  It's safe but it isn't progressing at all.  I looked back over 2007 and realized I had nothing to show for it.  I didn't create anything or do anything worthwhile.  I started this job because I was at a point where I needed something safe and undemanding while I figured out what else to do and now I'm stuck.  I'm scared to quit and move on and I'm not sure what would make me happy.  I'd really like to get at least my Masters degree because I feel like I failed because I don't have it.  I'm worried though that I've been out of school too long to go back, and anyway what would I do with a masters in ancient history that is any different or better than what I'm doing now?

The real point of this post is that I'm thinking of all my friends, even if it's been a while since I saw or talked to them, and missing them today.

Everyone loves gifts, and many also love giving them, so it's time for one of my favorite memes.

Make a public post on your journal with a list of 10 things that you would want from an LJ friend. The items can be anything, from graphics and e-cards, to real things that you would receive in the mail. Anyone who thinks that they would be able to help with any of those items can comment on the post.

1. New icons!  I got sorted to Slytherin over at Hogwarts Elite (sorry, my html-fu is too weak to get that to show up right) so now I need new icons to reflect my inner snakeness.  I don't care if they aren't just for me (though icons just for me are extra special).  I could also use a sig tag, though I don't know how to use them.

2. Recipes for things that are good and easy to cook.  It seems like we have tacos, spaghetti, and frozen pizza way too often just because that is all I am moved to cook.  Bonus points if they are also healthy (we eat meat but no pork).

3. Books!  New, used, loans, recs, doesn't matter- I always want to hear about a good book, especially if it's something I wouldn't normally pick up.

4. Song lists.  I really want to start going to the gym more often and I need fresh playlists for my ipod (I especially like themed mixes).

5. Fun mail!  I love to get mail, especially if it's got little surprises in it.  So much better than a post box full of bills and junk mail.

6. Ghost stories.  I collect ghost stories, whether in books or personal.  I especially want ones from other countries because these are really hard to get in the states.

OK, that's all I can think of, really.  I might add some more later.  Everyone post your list so your friends can spread the holiday love.

You are The Moon

Hope, expectation, Bright promises.

The Moon is a card of magic and mystery - when prominent you know that nothing is as it seems, particularly when it concerns relationships. All logic is thrown out the window.

The Moon is all about visions and illusions, madness, genius and poetry. This is a card that has to do with sleep, and so with both dreams and nightmares. It is a scary card in that it warns that there might be hidden enemies, tricks and falsehoods. But it should also be remembered that this is a card of great creativity, of powerful magic, primal feelings and intuition. You may be going through a time of emotional and mental trial; if you have any past mental problems, you must be vigilant in taking your medication but avoid drugs or alcohol, as abuse of either will cause them irreparable damage. This time however, can also result in great creativity, psychic powers, visions and insight. You can and should trust your intuition.

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