Homeward Bound

The trip home started out very gray - I even thought it might snow - but by the time I reach Leavenworth the blue sky broke through and stayed for the rest of the trip. It was so beautiful it was almost distracting.  I must have missed the worst of the traffic because other than one guy who took the opportunity to pass me not so he could go faster but so he could get in front of me then slow down the road was wide open the whole way.

Christmas Eve

Our traditional night before Christmas is spent snacking on every kind of treat imaginabe and exchanging gifts. I'm hoping for a Snuggie and looking forward to taking in a couple thousand unnecessary calories.




Ho. Ho. Ho.



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Let's Do This Thing

Ok, I'm ready. Stockings are hung by the chimney with care, blah, blah, blah. The running around is done, nothing left to do now but enjoy it. Can't wait to see family and friends over the next 5 days then come home to have Christmas with Jimmy. Unfortunately between his work and a very old kitty who requires a pill or three everyday, he's staying home to hold down the fort.

For all the old Scandinavians out there...

Works Better Under Pressure

Like the SR-71 Blackbird which is not built for optimal performance under the relative cool of normal ground conditions, and only achieves full functionality when it gets up to speed and things heat up (that's right, I just compared myself to a Mach 3 reconnaissance aircraft*), I really do think I work better when things heat up and there's a bit of urgency. I am now "up to speed" and ready to battle crowds with a smile on my face. I really do love Christmas - even the crazy parts. I have three days off, one more day of work, then nothing but chill (with a little cross-country driving thrown in) for the rest of the year.

Merry Christmas!

*The Blackbird and I at least originally went into service at about the same time. :)

You Can Run...

I have been hiding out from all things Christmas but to no avail. The Holiday Spirit has finally found me. It's time to get on board and get this thing rolling. Dragging out the tree today - yes, the fake tree that killed a little piece of my soul. If it saves the little volunteer fir that's been growing in my flower bed from the axe for another year then it will be worth it.

We don't have any snow yet but are forecasted to get some tonight and tomorrow. Here is a blast from the past.