It's my birthday today, and we got some fun plans! ^!^ As much as I'd love to end up a baby in diapers, I have to make due with reality. This year had its ups and downs, but friends and family have made it better. I know I haven't been very vocal on things here, but I am dealing with them as they come. With age comes health issues and stress, both of which make life difficult to enjoy. It's not something we suffer alone though, thankfully. I think we can all relate to these things on some level. One thing I would advise people to do in 2025 is to take it easy. Chill out. Take a good, long look at those around you and really think about the life issues they must deal with too. There's a quote by Robin Williams that I love. "Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind, always." If only we could all follow that advice.

I hope you all have a happy New Year and make it as good as you can. ^!^