It's that time of year already? Must be, Carl the Snowman is in front of Regency. Snow is on the ground, and I'm so late with this editorial that Island is already open.

So what can I tell you that you don't already know? The holidays real world and inworld are a busy and hectic time of year. This year some say it does not feel as festive with all that's been going on. People visiting Kringle, having their wishes even filled in some cases and then Wooosh, sorry, reset, goodbye Kringle Peppermint Stick, goodbye fulfilled wish. Still the people who care and watch out for each other are still here, and that's more important to have then a stick of candy.

So celebrate the spirit and the people, and take a moment to just relax. But after you relax, remember that yes, this is the time for giving. Which is my way of saying that yes, we are again accepting donations at this time for next years Christmas In July. Since July of 1996 we have hosted that month long event, and the bigger it gets, the more we need the donations. We take anything related to the winter holidays, winter, the solstice. That includes group items, vendo items, event items and banner freebies. So if you have any to spare, just reach out and contact Marianne G, Oracle Serena, or any of their CLARION elves...

Marianne G / Oracle Serena
Ailsa / Acolyte Ailsa
Terraindown
RedRoses
Norrie

Most of all, enjoy this time of year, enjoy your friends and family, and let all the goodness of this special time soak in.

Happy Winter Holidays, and Merry Kringle to you all!

- Marianne G