Staying over in VA and tagging along in shopping trips upon shopping trips. Did a LOTR marathon on Christmas Day. Wondered how friends and family -- and people whose lives I feel I've touched, and those who have moved mine -- are doing and celebrating their holidays. I remember seeing tailights fade off US 28 and wondered how many people who have moved on from where I am can still turn around and see me over their shoulder.

Best to everyone!

P.S. Yes, Ruffa, that goes for you too.