The presents have been opened and set aside. In a few minutes, the Christmas brunch will begin.

I have to say that today's Christmas has been the most joyous to date. Having all the children together, laughing at gag gifts, smiling with the anticipation of opening presents... having our granddaughter help with the delivery and unwrapping of gifts... and having the wrong people open the wrong gifts (that's what happens when two people at the party have the same name!)... all contributed to a wonderful experience.

There were many moments worth mentioning, and to do so would mean I'd forget some. I have to mention one... my daughter's engagement to her soul-mate. They'll make a wonderful couple, and I wish them well.