I have yet to emerge from the demands of the season.  Much running around yesterday to tie up loose Christmas ends.  And today, though rather more relaxed, a family dinner will keep me busy from afternoon into the night – I am the cook.  Not much time for original blog content; so, let me revert to the last refuge of blogging scoundrels: links to past posts. 

This first one reflects upon winter solstice and whether our various celebrations this time of year are escapes from our fear of the dark:

Winter Solstice: Are We Afraid of It?

This second one is my annual Taoist meditation on Christmas:

A Taoist Christmas

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!