Well, I'm late checking in as usual. Working busily to find something appropriate for my far-away Santee (who has NOT posted anything helpful on this thread), and doing it in time to send it on its long journey. I was really glad to see the note from my very own Santa, since I'd been wondering if the elves would be able to find me in my new Maine home.

Santa, I've been relatively good (by Mudcat standards?) this year. It would be mighty nice to get something besides coal (although that was always the threat on St. Nicholas Day in my Dutch household when I put my shoe out before going to bed on Dec. 5 for Sinterklaas to fill). Hints: Think crafts. I love handmade, close-to-the-earth stuff. Pottery that can be used. Mittens made from yarn that still smells of lanolin. Earrings (with wires) made from interesting beads (I'm mostly a blues and greens kind of girl). A piece of wood or stone made into something beautiful. A wonderful naturally heart-shaped stone you've picked up from your favorite beach. Dark chocolate.

Now I've gotta get back to my own Santa duties. Thanks, Santa, for inquiring. I haven't had the fun of thinking about a Christmas list in years! Kathy