Speaking as an author, I'm content with how stories are published on the website. But I haven't been an author for very long compared to some others, so perhaps I have yet to appreciate how difficult posting can be.
As a reader: the sheer number of tags used by the search feature can sometimes feel overwhelming. I'd like to see a more simplified version of that system.
Yup! All of the prezzies have been wrapped, and I've made all of the cookies that I wanted.
Max also has a present ready for his boyfriend, which we dropped off at Michael's house earlier today. It'll be waiting under his family's tree for unwrapping on Christmas Day.
There's a tall, blond elf named Morgan who wants my attention. Elves like to receive as well as give, so I'll just leave this pearl of wisdom before I log off: Elf care is self care.
The menu for Christmas Eve at the Scrawler residence.
Appetizers:
Szechuan Shrimp Cocktail
Mini steamed buns with Pork and Roasted Chestnuts.
Five-Spice Roasted Cashews
Soup: Hot and Sour Butternut Squash
Main Dish: Peking Duck with Hoisin-Cranberry Sauce
Sides:
Lotus Root and Carrot Salad with Citrus Dressing.
Garlic Green Beans with Toasted Sesame.
Dessert: Ginger-Sesame Cookies (in addition to the other cookies I'm making.)
Yep, everyone is doing well here. No school events for Max or Colton. There was a production of The Nutcracker at Central High School a few weeks ago, but Max didn't take part.
The local community theater has an indie production coming in March 2026, so we'll see if Max can make the audition.