Christmas Parties

I have two X-mass parties to attend. And to force upon M. But at least I can look forward to getting smashed on wine at one and witty conversation at the other. I would appreciate a Christmas bonus a lot more than hors 'd oeuvres and moderately priced wine, but oh well. I would just waste that money on two-buck-Chuck anyway, so I guess I'm actually getting more bang (better wine) for the buck this way.