The End of the Holidays is Nigh...

And I couldn't be happier for it. The holiday season is rarely any brand of nice to me. I understand that there is stress for everyone, what with all the shopping and traveling and aiming to please, but I'm one of those that takes all the reminders of what the season is for- being with those you love, and spreading joy- and can only focus on those I want to be with that want someone else, and the fact that I haven't any real joy to spread around. I love my friends and family dearly, but I constantly compare my situation to theirs, with their significant others and happy comforts. I went to the company Christmas party and won movie tickets and gift certificates to a very nice restaurant. A perfect date night for someone who has been brutally reminded by past loves that he isn't what a girl wants. One more punch to the gut from the Universe. On the other hand, I bought several comic books recently, and I have many resources to paint and work on blacksmithing, so I can somewhat enjoy my single life. The road ahead is hard, and few see the value in taking it. I can't blame them though, I have no idea what's out there.