Christmas, only a week away, is a solemn time of reflection, joy and celebration. Since we’re a week away it’s also a time to have some fun. I used this video last year, but it’s good enough to use again – “Why December Is So Exhausting.”

Then, I got this cartoon from my oldest son, Wade Daniel …

Actually, a Murder of Crows. I don’t know where they go during the Summer as we have very few Crows. However, during Winter they come back, and we have dozens and dozens of Crows. Each morning they move from one place to another and their flight often goes over our place.

Memories of hair past …

Not too many white Christmases in Florida …

However, for our friends and family in colder climes …

My philosophy…

I took football game photos for Rio Rancho High School this fall and they could have used this sign …

Hmmm. Probably not a good idea …

Definitely true …

Definitely true for me …

Christmas tree ornament good enough to eat …

My kind of Christmas tree. Not sure it would make it to Christmas Day …

Santa knows what’s good …

Definitely not an Ikea fan …

Revenge is sweet …

If any family members are reading this, don’t take it personally …

Takes the mystery out of Christmas …

Just doing his duty …

It was a tough game and both teams can be proud. Betty and I are proud of all the young men and women in both academies and those of the Air Force and Coast Guard.

But, Navy won – 17 to 16! GO NAVY!

Of course I’m biased. Navy veteran, 1968 – 72.