This was one of the most satisfying nights of my life. My brothers and sister were here, along with my best friend, her friends, and her family. We had XJWs here, a few Catholics, and a non-denominational guy got to say the prayer, which was lovely. We had lots of food, our friends, gifts, games, talk chatter, etc, and it was absolutely beautiful. There was no hatred, there was no fights, nothing. It was absolutely one of the most fun and magical nights of my life, and I will never forget it.
My Father, who is Greek Orthodox, didn't come, so I drove to his business and dropped his present off.. I really wanted to see him open it because it was something he would REALLY REALLY LOVE! I'll just hear about it. What was MOST important is that I got to spend this most important night with the people I really really love, besides all ya'll. I wish all of you could have been here, it would have been HEAVEN! You should have seen my sister's face when she opened the present I gave her. I am 16 years older than she is, and I used to take care of her and beat her ass at the kingdom hall.... but I have come to love and accept her as my beautiful little sister.. I bought her her first string of pearls and it looked beautiful on her. It was a magical and fun night and I'll never forget it..
I wish all of you the most happy, prosperous and peaceful new year that is possible!
And if you're in our neck of the woods next weekend, stop in on my birthday party...
CG