So this is Christmas

      After sneaking a peek at the Worwick Franklin school calendar, it has come to my attention that I have winter break from December 22nd until the 1st of January but I won't be able to enjoy it thanks to the damn Mayans and I can't wait to cherish every moment of it.  I feel like this is an early enough forewarning that not only should you be able to save some money,  you should also be able to apply for a passport if you do not already have one and come visit me.  If the food, people, landscape, and free place to stay isn't enough incentive, I'll continue writing here in an attempt to coerce a friend or family member by December, starting now...

Need I say more?