Perhaps it's not a well deserved break, but I'm taking it anyway.

I'll be off starting Dec. 27 until Jan. 2, the longest vacation I will have ever had. It's going to be some world-champion loafing, and I'd be excited about it if that wouldn't break the rules I've already set.

Blogging here will be light, but it won't be nonexistent. So keep emailing me tips at bamaral@wdt.net if you've got them.

Happy holidays to you and yours, and see you next year.

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