The first Christmas card of the season is ready to be posted in the morning. The first Christmas card that we receive each year is sent by a former co-worker, whom I first met as a student intern (fieldwork student in social work language) in 1976 give or take a year. We worked together for some eight years before I changed jobs. It seems as if I can take the preliminary steps associated with the Christmas card venture, but the first card and letter does not get written until Jeanie's card arrives. As called for, the first card that I prepare for mailing is in response to Jeanie's. As would seem most appropriate. With the weekend upon us, I plan to have several more cards ready for posting come Monday morning.