This is my annual plug. Please consider donating to Toys for Tots this year. A lot of kids would not have gifts (some wouldn't even have toys) if it weren't for this program and others like it. These kids need high-quality toys, not cheap knockoffs - and a rubber ball (for example) doesn't cost a heck of a lot of money, but can bring a lot of ( Read more... )

It's snowing. I got a snow day - my afternoon classes were cancelled. I've been cleaning the house, doing some Christmas set-up, and listening to carols. The snow is so beautiful. I wish it would stick around, but I know it won't. Rain is predicted for Friday ( Read more... )