Well the IIS Santa Hat and Sleigh are up so I guess it's nearing Christmas time, so with 5 days to go, I thought I'd take this opportunity to wish you and your families well for Christmas (&/or the Holidays) and for for a bright, happy and prosperous 2018.
Christmas, New Year and the holiday period mean different things to different people. I think most accept it as a time for family, reflection, wishing well and ultimately hope and happiness for the future. Unfortunately not everyone's circumstances are the same and for some it can be a time of sadness, loneliness and recalling loss. Always remember the good things - tomorrow is always going to be there.
All the best to you and yours. Give thanks to the wonderful warm community we have here.
And being an astronomy forum the seasons greetings wouldn't be complete without a pic of the Christmas tree cluster. Cheers to all. (not the best pic but the pesky clouds just won't give us a break here)
Io Saturnalia! 
