"Not a creature was stirring . . ."

Except for a mouse! I hear at least one in the attic, but hopefully it will find one of the traps recently set up and die. There, I said it. Yes, I hope for the quick demise of the little things. There is not enough room in this house, attic or (God forbid) otherwise, for both of us. Making Mrs. Hayter's Christmas baked egg casserole this morning to take to work for our table party - food all day long. Glad it isn't raining as I ran through the drops yesterday with Mike's birthday cake in hand. Tomorrow I'm off and I can't wait! Today will go quickly as I prepare to be gone until Monday. Merry Christmas everyone "and to all a good night!!!"

More from New York

Feet tired, musuem-ed out and there's an interesting story involving a NYC mouse. We had just ordered the famous fettuccine Alfredo at, where else, Alfredo's when I happened to see a little furry thing scuttle across the floor. I have seen that particular movement before and that night I spent at chez Helton until the little guy could be rounded up. (thanks, Dan) Anyway, I tried to ignore it, didn't say anything until I saw it again. Then, I calmly mentioned it to Dan and Carrie and drank another gulp of my Pinot Grigo. It appeared to head away from us, so I was willing myself to stay and be calm when it suddenly ran in our direction. I jumped up and ran out of the restaurant with Carrie in hot pursuit. Poor Dan had to explain to the waiter, who let us go without paying a cent, but he looked a bit bemused. Apparently, that is not such a big deal in NYC. Now, am wearing shoes and socks to all restaurants and scanning the floors anxiously. New York - it's a wonderful town. Still haven't tried the famous fettuccine - can you say take out?