Christmas Day! No snow! Tonight I will celebrate Christmas dinner at the Armenian Volunteer Corps with whoever decides to turn up. The director and his assistant are cooking dinner for us. We�ll also probably sing some Christmas carols.

Tomorrow is Boxing Day. No the name does not relate in any way to boxing kangaroos (Aram). This holiday is celebrated in Australia, Britain, New Zealand and Canada. A non-event holiday for the rest of the world, although I may be getting together with a couple of friends for dinner to celebrate this day. Usually in Australia, this day is spent hanging out at the beach or picnicking with friends since most have the day off work (except for retailers of course).