In a sweet way. Another Hash Christmas Candy Run is in the books, and I’m happy to report that everything went according to plan. Hundreds of children were deluged with goodies from over fifty Hashers, enjoying the smiles they got in return. So everyone was happy. Does it get any better than that?

Everyone seemed to have a good time doing the trail and there were lots of enthusiastic children, so as a Hare I take satisfaction in a mission accomplished.

The usual Hash Circle shenanigans and then some more beers at It Doesn’t Matter to round out they day. I probably could have cut down on the beer some which may have given me the strength to resist that second helping of pudding before bed last night. Oh well, it’s the holiday season!

Seven years ago, I took a rainy-day walk in Pyeongtaek.

I posted this on Facebook and got the expected response from my friends on the left:

Today’s YouTube video discusses maximizing your life as an expat in the Philippines. It is really all about appreciating the good and accepting the not-so-good aspects. I’ve been here for going on seven years now, and it is easy to take it all for granted. Taking a step back and looking at the life I’m living, I feel blessed. Sometimes, it is all about letting go of what was and embracing what is.

Here’s your medicine:

Christmas Eve is upon us. I was invited to the Alley Cats Christmas party earlier in the week and forgot about attending. Got a message from the boss there saying my present was waiting for me. So, I’ll try to make up for my transgression today. A batch of brownies, some Hershey chocolate bars, and a tin of cookies to share with the staff. I’ll buy a round of drinks for the girls and order a pizza. After that, we shall see.