Wandering Aimlessly

They say we don't have seasons in California, but I think we do. They just trickle in bit by bit so that you don't notice. Here it is, the middle of December, and there are autumn trees. It's certainly not as striking when the leaves turn one tree at a time instead of all at once, but it's a happy little surprise to turn down a street that's decided it's time to change seasons.

Despite the fall-like scenery, I did a lot of Christmas shopping today. I actually feel quite accomplished! I picked up some more toys for the Toy Drive we're doing at work, and got a lot of the gifts that have to be mailed or given before Christmas bought. I still have a long way to go, but I made a good dent... in both the shopping list and the bank account. *g*