Some years back, I made up a computer list with addresses, names, etc., and was set up to print on a sheet of Avery labels. Each label also had a little Christmas decoration included, something I did using the various clip art available in the computer, so with changes all I had to do was edit. For the last few years there hasn't been many changes, but this year was tough to do. Family and friends have been hit with many deaths, a few divorces, only a couple marriages. When I had to go in and delete a mates name that has been on that list for many years, it brought me up short....one happened to be my sister. No longer is it "Fred & Mary Ann"....only Fred. A number of them had to have the names reduced to just the remaining person, made it hard to do this year. I guess that's the result of the aging process, the list of old friends is getting shorter, I don't like it. But, from a personal perspective....it beats the alternative. At least my name is still on their list.
