There is something about this time of the year that makes me a little depressed. I don't think it's the money I have to drop for gifts, the cold weather (though the getting dark early thing is a little discouraging), or even the traffic in Castleton (hard to believe).

I suspect it's the inevitability of a new year. Another year has gone by and now here comes another one. Maybe it's the high hopes I have for myself in the coming year that are looming before me and consequently making me feel some anxiety. Inspiration and motivation only come in small doses and aren't enough to offset the impact of the closing year. I don't know. I need a vacation. And the chance to see some snow this winter....maybe that's why I'm feeling a little off; there hasn't been any real snow yet! Brilliant!