I think I've had as much fun this holiday at AW as I ever have. I had fun during Saturnalia, am eating chocolate at the Americas Fiesta, loved what Hellas did with Brumalia, and am just starting to enjoy the events of Yule. I've had tons (and sent tons) of wonderful Hellas and other e-cards, partied with friends, received dolls, candles, and a statue (thank you, Livia!), and realized again what it has that keeps me hanging around this lot - you may be 'virtual,' but you're really friends for all that, and laughter and good will go far to make up for the nasties of RL.

To all those who sent lovely cards, gifts, kind wishes, thoughts, and made me laugh this season, and ALL the year in our weird 'net home, THANK YOU. May blessings flow in 2007. And may we all be together again next Saturnalia/Yule/Christmas/Hannukah/Fiesta Chocolate/Brumalia.

Special thanks to Bree, who let me steal the lovely carol from the Yule celebration thread ;) And even more thanks to all our AW graphics artists who've helped me out this past year for everything from Trivia Contests to Symposion Events!

The Holly and the Ivy
Recorded by The Vienna Boys Choir


Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!