the last sunset of the year i was expected to look forward to from birth.

'so long lost loves,
I haven't forgotten you just yet.
your face still drifting inside my head.'
-mates of state

'and I miss you, even when you're around.
I'm a black cloud,
sending lightening to the ground.'
-seabear

'I let the day go by, I always say goodbye
I watch the stars from my window still
the whole world is moving and I'm standing still'
-the weepies

process.

'If you're gonna get up, you might as well get up with me
If you're going downtown, I might as well be on your way'
-tegan and sara

circumstances.

because even in the absence of tradition and christmas trees, we can be happy. (yes, I unwrapped a blowdryer.)