My family and I had a very pleasant Christmas Eve. No fireplace at my brother's house, but the old Tanenbaum was glowing softly in the corner. Mom barely showed that this was her 82nd Christmas as she recited the manger story while my brother read it from Luke 2. My sister-in-law laid out a nice ham dinner as we sang carols.

My son could not stop flicking open his new CRKT lock blade. My daughter was overjoyed with her bag of Merino wool and drop spindle. My brother and his wife were very pleased with the box of tea. Mom was pleased with the box of cheeses. My heart was warmed to see everyone so happy.

Today, I am having a quiet day of killing zombies in various games. Later on I will do a Merry Christmas video for my YouTube Channel. I hope everyone is enjoying their holiday at least as much as I am.