December 26th -- My Favorite Day

Well, maybe not!  I kept telling my wife "It is almost over!"  "Can't wait 'til the 26th!!"  Actually, we had a great Christmas.  Sally does a terrific job in pulling it off each year.  She does the shopping, decorating, baking, cooking -- all with great results.  I try to help!!  This year, we began Christmas with a warm and glowing fire in our fireplace...thanks to Julia, our youngest who really likes Christmas.

Regarding my Sherpa On Duty observations -- December 24th turns out to be a big day for men shoppers.  I happened to be in the mall (last minute gift??) and could not believe the number of men shoppers walking through stores with beleaguered looks! I wish I had a stash of pins to hand out!!! I needed to reward those guys for their shopping diligence.  Actually, even before the 24th, I found many men helping their partners by schlepping packages or just waiting comfortably in the cushioned chairs found in the mall who should also have been rewarded as well. They also need the special recognition of a great Sherpa on Duty pin!

Wishing all of you the very best during this Holiday season as well as the upcoming New Year.