Holiday Spirit
It began to snow this morning and has continued throughout the day, ushering in the holiday spirit. Cookie baking is underway. The first type, four dozen ruby and emerald sparklers. This batch serves as a representative offering, readied for a cookie tasting after Sunday’s holiday music. The recipe is easy: make buttery cookie dough, shape it into teaspoon balls, tuck three chocolate chips in the center, and roll in colored sugar. Voilà! A tasty, pretty treat. Inside, the dining room table is laden with gift wrapping and wrapped gifts. Outdoor lights brighten the home exterior, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The greenhouse is freshly festooned with green lights, a four-foot fir, and other festive trimmings. Our widespread travels are reflected in the holiday decor. A Christmas Matryoshka Doll reminds us of our visit to Russia, where we journeyed the breadth of the nation via the Trans-Siberian Railway. On the other end of the TV credenza sits a handmade Haitian creche, a reminder of ...