So here I am, home in the Golden State. Aunt Mary is in the next room wrapping presents and decorating cakes. A white fluffy dog is sitting contentedly on the floor next to me. There's a tasty cup of coffee in my hand. The sun is shining and the weather's warm. Could I possibly be a happy Meg? Yes, yes indeed. There will be some fun and less than fun holiday festivities this evening, brightened by the ability to wear a dress. The week's looking lovely as Katrina and Dan will have a visit, and Steve might potentially drive down for a day. Provided that I can get hold of the fabulous Miss Filipek, I might just cover all of my bases for people I miss from California. This is a good way to start an ill-advised vacation.