I have been having a quiet week and today celebrated Christmas with a few friends who I have known for many years.

It is good to have some quiet time to recharge after a long, busy year.

Last night I read A Christmas Carol. I try to read this classic Christmas story each year.

The friends who I had Christmas dinner with own a pool company and have a great blow-up decoration in their front yard.

We had a nice dinner this afternoon of ham, turkey, green beans and stuffing.

I brought back an ornament from the Christmas markets in Germany to give to my friend. I am not sure what the camera was focusing on, but the ornament is a bit out of focus.

I had a gift under the tree, and now have some truffles to enjoy.

I am now ready for a few more quiet days before the end of the year. Plenty of time to recharge for the new year.

Steven