Merry merry!

I've been away from an Internet connection for a couple of days now, but I'm back! A belated Merry Christmas to everyone! I've been in close quarters with family on both sides (mine and Chris's) and it's been great: food, presents, dogs, even the beach (a true Southern California Christmas). I met a couple of great kids, too, and plotted to have Chris distract their parents while I scooped them up and made off with them. But now, I think it's naptime.