Tidying up for the new year

I've just wandered through my friend's list here, removing names from the list here and there -- some accounts closed, some names I hadn't heard of in so long I've forgotten who they are -- so if I removed you and you're feeling hurt, let me know that you're still out there and I'll happily add you back. One group of friends I made sure not to remove are the ones who are no longer with us, and that list was too long for me. The person who is the reason I joined LJ initially left us far too soon and too long ago, and I've had too many others join her. So, please, if you're still around, let me know!