Because it seemed like a good idea at the time....: I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas

With a fresh dusting of snow over an already ice covered continent, we celebrated our first Christmas at the bottom of the world. The Galley staff got together for a family meal complete with lobster, steak, and fresh vegetables along with plenty of Christmas cookies. That evening I performed at MAAG (McMurdo Alternative Art Gallery). It is a station wide tradition and every Christmas the community puts on a large art show complete with live performances, art installations of all varieties, and dancing. I was fortunate to participate in Travis' hip hop group called "Special Project Other" for a 90's era hip hop compilation at MAAG. It was a great time. After, Chris and I worked the nightshift and had yet another Christmas dinner for all the nightshift workers. I never get tired of Christmas cookies! Chris and I were excited to open gifts from our families and each other. It was a great holiday here at McMurdo but we sure did miss our families and friends back home.