Christmas.

[Mortblanc]

Well, I suppose that you folks are in the middle of Boxing Day over there.

Good luck with that!

I began a tradition after my kids were grown that I would buy myself at least one good item each Christmas so that I would not feel so irritated over getting thoughtless and petty gifts from the "loved ones".

Most of the time it is not an expensive item. Just something I want that no one would consider a fit present for an old man.

This year I was almost swayed by an add on the internet that was offering Moldovan women at a bargain price! Seems it is the poorest country in Europe and they have a surplus.

I decided against that, mostly due to the weak heart and the fact that I would actually have to go to Moldovia to pick out a suitable present. I have learned that no one goes to Moldovia on purpose.

Then there is that "buyers remorse" issue. If the present turns out defective or is not what it appeared at point of purchase, you cannot just take it back to Tesco for a refund!

After careful consideration I bought a new shotgun instead.