The blog sabbatical is over. I have officially started my Christmas vacation. I was surprised to learn that I had more vacation time accrued than previously thought so I have had the opportunity to get a jump on my to-dos. Thus far, knit stockings, baked cookies, shopping and peanut brittle. I have once again managed to delay my shipments long enough to require extra postage. The tree is up and the decorations are out. This year promises to be good. I believe the webcam morning opening will be even better than last.