As usual, I'm going to try to avoid any kind of Christmas gift exchange this time, like I did last year by hanging out on a Caribbean cruise boat. Not trying to be bah humbug, but I've got too much stuff as it is. Just stating my position, Merry Christmas, and I hope you all have a wonderful holiday!

But, children need a good gift experience this time of year, and I only have two in my immediate life: my grand-daughter Ariella, and my little buddy Madeline.

So Riley and Jess, and Elizabeth, let me know if there is something special I can do, or get, for these girls!