Here’s an example of less is more: I barely tried with these tropicals, and look at the flower explosion.  Whereas all my striving to grow basic plants down here has yielded less than stellar results.  I blame the crappy soil and conditions down here, but still.

Avdi is over here working etc., which makes us happy, especially Misu, who has been lying in wait, literally.  She can always tell “her boy” is on the way.  We don’t get to see him as often anymore, so each glimpse is a bonus.

Here’s another case of less is more–less income is more opportunity to avoid the feeding frenzy that is xmas.  Seriously, it’s the best excuse to stay home and not get trampled underfoot.  You can’t argue with cost-of-living nonadjustment!