And Just Like That It Is Christmas Morning, 2023, and We Have Out-Gifted Ourself, Eaten Too Much Food, And Enjoyed the Love of Family and Friends

Waking up, not to the chaos of Christmas mania, but to the reality that we did that, been there, and can tie a bow on it all with a Barnwell brunch. I cooked for everyone yesterday, and Cynde did the same on Saturday, so why not give it to Casey and Dave this morning. Of course, they still have an evening to do, just like Lys and Chitunga.

I was ready to unwind at 3 pm yesterday when we headed to Kanyea and Courtney's to see Malia Celine. That was definitely a highlight of the weekend. She is simply happy, beautiful, and overjoyed to be alive. It's contagious. 

I realize at 51 that Christmas is overdone, insane, too much, and bonkers, but it is this ritual that brings together the people you love and appreciate the most and that matters most (and I type this as Papi Butch is rubbing Karal's belly as she falls asleep on his lap (even if he is wearing 14-layers of Christmas clothing and still complaining he's cold."

Here's to you and yours. Make is a spectacular day and be good to yourself. I am wishing you the best. The is my holiday card.