"Time has no divisions to mark its passage, there is never a thunder-storm or blare of trumpets to announce the beginning of a new month or year. Even when a new century begins it is only we mortals who ring bells and fire off pistols. ."
Thomas Mann
quoted in "The Magic Mountain"

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We can't go where we're going unless we have been where we've been. We went and we came back heroes. The four horsemen were triumphant.

During the holidays, I am always reassured that I have an extensive support system of friends and family at every turn. And, this is truly what makes the world go round.

Having said that, I would like $1 million dollars in unmarked bills, Mr. Claus.

Happy Holiday!

In a dizzying whirl of religious and political imagery, Santa Claus was stopped and searched at an Israeli military checkpoint leading to Bethlehem. Hopefully he'll make it on time to a chimney near you.