Why is Santa so Jolly?

Because he has a list and he knows where all the naughty girls live.

Sorry, it is one of the few jokes that I have heard and I can remember. So far the seasonal stress have been kept pretty low. I have been trying to do as much as possible to help Sara as she is gearing up for meeting the billing requirements. Starting next year it all counts and I can feel her stress already.

But the presents are in the mail, and this is the big weekend of running around. Hey, if you want to give the U.S. a present this holiday season you can sign this petition to censure and impeach President Bush. If you are a supporter of Bush -- I'm sure he would love to hear from you.

To Mom -- We miss you, Merry Christmas and Happy New Years.

To the Painter's, the Lingafelter's, and the Prince's -- Merry Christmas and Happy New Years.

To Dad -- Merry Xmas, we'll see you on the 24th.

To all our friends and family -- Thank you so much for helping us through the last three years. It has been a long road, and one that we've managed thanks to you all. Sara is proving to be an outstanding legal advocate, and I'm learning to cook -- when I can keep Sara out of the kitchen.

Happy Holidays.