Today I'll treat myself to Toast Hawaii, a wonderful example of cultural appropriation invented by the german cook Clemens Wilmenrod in 1955, followed by homemade Altniederunger Pfefferkuchen, a tradition adopted from my east prussian grandparents.
Still dreading the thought of having to cram the 55 inch TV into my car, but I'll manage somehow. I've now reached the age where one's parents deserve the best care in return, even if it means having to double as tech support.
For christmas carols I found that there are innumerable classics, but only a handful that can be considered hymns, my current favorites are these two:
Though I may be influenced by joining a choir this fall
Trying my best to reach the subterranean low notes with my baritone register 
