I don't like crowded shopping areas, but I ventured out to get some stuff today. The lineups were way too long! I first stopped off to get some Christmas light holders (and I ended up getting more Christmas lights), but there was a sale on Tide and toilet paper it seems. *Everyone* had some except me. Then I went to another store, and people had shopping carts full (literally!) with boxes and boxes of Ferrerro Rocher. When were people going to eat them all?!

I think next year I will get more into the decorating, if I'm in town. I really want to go to Hong Kong, and next winter would be good so I can use some 2008 holidays. It's so festive in Hong Kong around Christmas time. I really like being around friends and family for the holidays.

I met Mr. Nick's family on Christmas Eve. I didn't really feel nervous, but I'm generally quite shy. I know I didn't do anything offensive, anyway. But I doubt I made a strong impression either. That is fine with me! Mr. Nick is going to meet my dad this week.

I got some really nice gifts for my birthday and Christmas. I love my friends. They're all so thoughtful. Mr. Nick totally spoiled me for Christmas, too. I've decided to give his original Xmas gift to him for his birthday. Turns out my mom and I both got him the same sweater for Christmas, but only in different colours. I don't know if that's a good or bad thing. MWUAHAHAHA

I also got an email from The Eater. (I had to look him up in the archives to find his nickname...) I thought it was going to be another mass e-mail, but it was actually only for me.  It was really nice of him to wish me a merry Christmas, but really unnecessary. He let me know he hadn't forgotten me, and that he is still dating. He apologised for not having my number anymore. I deleted his number long ago. I'll write back to him later to be polite, and I will be sure to mention Mr. Nick!