signs of christmas. we finished the holiday puzzle already. the lego advent calendar is a huge hit - its the first question everyone asks colin in the morning - 'what did you get today?'. the wrapping basket is out and in use. the holiday cards have been ordered. the tree is up & the ornaments are on. the house is decorated - inside & out. the stockings are hung. the presents are almost all bought. the shipping boxes are assembled and awaiting their packages. we are getting there. hohoho.