Every Perfect Gift. . . . . .

It is Christmas evening. The house is quiet, the presents are unwrapped, and we have spent the day with friends.

We are fortunate. Employed, healthy, great family, wonderful friends.

People were generous to me. I have some funny gifts, some practical gifts, and some gorgeous gifts.

However, I received the greatest gift of all last week. Patti's lymphoma is going into remission. The chemo is working. This 40 year-old mom of 7 month-old Patrick, with the infectious laugh and wicked sense of humor, will see more Christmases with her precious son.

So while I love everything I unwrapped today, it could all go away and I would have everything I asked for this year.

May you and your family enjoy a wonderful day together today. I hope whatever you wished for, it was in your stocking, or wrapped under your tree, or in some little miracle out there in the world.

Peace and Joy to you.

Love, Funky

'Twas the Knit Before Christmas. . . . .

An early Christmas present for my friend Teri, who was transferred to Minneapolis, Minnesota, US, earlier this year. She had never before lived above the Mason-Dixon line. This ensemble was designed not only to complement her jet black hair, but the hat can serve as a beacon in the snow and the seven-foot scarf can be waved at rescue workers should she be stranded.

Enjoy your Christmas Eve, everyone. And if you don't celebrate Christmas, may you be joyful as we ease out of 2008 and look forward to 2009!