Last holiday celebration is OVER. December 26th, we were out in Hood River, with my father-in-law. I wish I'd had my camera with me, and a chance to take pictures of the Columbia River Gorge, because the scenery was absolutely beautiful. There was no snow falling, but plenty on the side of the road in Hood River.

I had a chance to throw snowballs with the kids at the park across the street. That was fun. I guess that qualifies as our white Christmas. Kids had a lot of fun with their various holiday gifts. I know Mary Lou and I did as well.

Now, it's time to look towards New Year's Eve, and the hockey game against Seattle. This year will be the 11th straight New Year's Eve game that we've gone to together, counting the first in December of 2001, before we got married.

Cheers to you, my loyal readers!