It's the most, wonderful time, of the year...

A time when time flies. That's my excuse for not writing a post in over a week. It's the holiday season. I don't think I need more of an excuse than that; lots of work to be done before we left Madison, lots of Christmas shopping to be done, last minute dashes to the store, final chances to see friends before the end of the year, and the odd Christmas party to attend. All of this while navigating the snow covered streets.

Well, we made it through the final push at the end of the year, and arrived safe and sound in California. For in LA, is where I will spend Christmas this year. And a belated Hanukkah. And I am pretty excited about it too, even if "shock and horror" there has been a large amount of rain and thunderstorms in Southern California. I have to admit, I was a little nervous about spending Christmas away from home, away from England, for the first time in my life. And perhaps worst of all... spending it somewhere kind of hot and sunny, not the cold, bleak dismal climate of the British Isles. But those qualms have long since been dispersed, as I know I will be spending Christmas in great company, with lots of great food to be eaten, partying to be done, fun to be had, and love to be shared! Who cares if its warm and sunny outside, if it means we can walk out of the house and not catch a cold!

Yesterday and today saw food preparation for the big day on Saturday, along with some important last minute shopping trips. Surprisingly, the throng of shoppers wasn't too bad, and with Liz's parking karma, we got a space right away! I even found some great bargains for a few last minute presents.

And with from my American family's presents, as well as all those from across the pond, stacked high in front of the fire, everything is set for a celebration tomorrow!

Chrismakka here we come.

Photos to follow soon!