I was talking to a pal (satori) today, she was in good spirits. I was also in good spirits and told her we ought to commit to staying this way through Christmas.  She agreed.

Anyone else?

"Regardless of what happens around me, I will maintain my spirit and enjoy this season..."

I'm in!  I've got a new man, so I'm in an extraordinarily good mood anyway.

Yeah!!

Even though 2009 sucked for me, October to December was better!

I think 2010 will be a good year for me.

I'll sign on.  I feel I have more than I did a year ago, and that's pretty swell.

And in general the "Regardless of what happens around me, I will maintain my spirit..." is something I strive for all year round.  The holidays are a great time to bring that into renewed focus.

Yeah Becca!  Yes, I will join this pact.  I'm especially in need because I haven't been so far, and it's time to turn it around.  In good spirits as of right now.

Count me in!

This year was unusually stressful for me - I can't remember having felt so helpless in all my life, except for possibly one time several years ago. There are a handful of things I valued - people, ways of thinking - that were seemingly wrenched out of my grasp, but astrology and learning how to honor my feelings rather than detach from them as is instinctual for me have helped me to appreciate the process of letting go. 

In spite of this, in spite of myself, I have never felt more grateful or in awe knowing that the full scope of the repercussions of my actions have yet to unfold. Although I'm a bit "blah" about Christmas this year (esp. not looking forward to spending time with my mom's judgemental family) I mostly feel gratitude at the moment and that's something to be happy about.  

I stopped denigrating the season early this year. So, woohooo, I'm in! [No sarcasm intended.] 

i'm way in.

sure thing!  i'm so excited to see my family again!

*in* 

It's the busiest week of the year for us at the groom shop, our family Christmas is over and we're trying to slog through til we fly out on Christmas day.  Little bit of stress around here but all of it for good purposes.  I like the idea of deciding to be happy instead of stressed. 

*jumps in the line*

ok

I went out in the snow today and walked my butt to the train so I could take it 4 stops away to hop on a shuttle to get to the mall just to pick up a couple Christmas presents for my man. It was glorious. Glorious in a trudging through the snow, all bundled up, whacked in the face by mother nature kind of glorious.

And I'm a beach girl too. LOL.

I'm always in when it comes to a happy pact, let's do this. 

I'm in!

Becca, this is exciting news and i'm happy for you

I'm in.

The holiday season is supposed to be relaxing and happy, so I'm determined to enjoy winter break and be up in spirits. (There's no other time of year the atmosphere just feels this way!)

Oooh y'all I just got some potentially good news. I may get to see someone I've been missing.  It's not confirmed yet but I'm crossing my fingers!

Sweet!  Even though my work-assignment will be ending soon and then I have to trust the temp-agency to get me something as good or better, I DO feel that 2010 is going to be a very nice year.  I've had Murphy's Law/contrary luck for most of my life, so if it doesn't turn out sunshiny and successful, don't blame me...  :D

Yayy...High Five!

Yes!

Happy news is confirmed, and he and I are going to get together this evening.  Not even the watery eyes of an oncoming cold can make me sad today.  I packed a little overnight bag and a four pack of my favorite chewy beer, and I'm going to enjoy the respite today.

ooh-OOH!  *throws hands in the air, waves 'em like I just don't care*  Yay, Shannon!

I'll join!

Congrats Becca!

LOL SaDiablo - I do believe that is one of the famous gniftyparties I've heard about.

I posted on the good news only thread, but it was definitely a good night.   As I said there, booze, bullshitting, and bedtime - no better way to celebrate the winter!