Saturday, December 22, 2007

winter solstice

It's only 3 days until Christmas, and the shortest day of the year. That means every day after today will have more sunlight. And that is a very good thing.

This holiday season has been an exceedingly mellow one for me. Almost no gift shopping, few parties, lots of talking on the phone to loved ones, lots of warm visits. It's nice to be rested, clear-headed, and calm.

In a few minutes I jump in my car, laden with food gifts, snacks, and outfits for every occasion, and drive to Weed, California. There I'll be staying at Stewart Mineral Springs, and completing the drive to Portland on Sunday, where friends await. It should be a mellow holiday with overeating, basement soccer, and excellent conversations with dear friends.

Happy holidays, and a peaceful week of rest to folks everywhere.

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