I am at last being festive and enjoying my third martini home made. There is absolutely not the shadow of a snow flake in the hood and city. I think this year i prefer it this way for the first time. I recited a mala yesterday. I have just turned off the light and only one candle lightens up the table right now while Noel songs are being sang in english and german. I love this Noel drunk festive season...I feel all warm and fuzzy though no snow outside so far.