The Present

Day 83: Young Master Cardinal is a very thrifty lad. From his small allowance, he puts back a little each week, saving diligently for the Christmas gifts he's selected for his family. No credit cards for that smart little fellow! In fact, his father has been heard to remark that "the only limb that boy will go out on is on the tree."

"Oh, Dad! Dad! Open this one next! You're gonna love it! C'mon, pull the ribbon off!" His wings are all a-flutter as he entreats Father Cardinal to unwrap the best present. And Father Cardinal knows that whatever is inside, it can't possibly match the love which accompanies the giving.

May your Christmas be kept in the heart of family, whether human, furred or feathered. Season's Greetings from Crow and the kitties!