The holly and the ivy, when they are both full grown,
Of all the trees that are in the wood, the holly bears the crown.
O, the rising of the sun and the running of the deer,
The playing of the merry organ, sweet singing in the choir.

Merry Christmas to you, from me and my deer!

And happy whatever-else-it-may-be-that-you-celebrate, and good luck on all your final exams (if you’ve been like me ^^ ).

The deer above is my Anjali, although he usually wears poppies in his antlers instead of holly, ivy, and candles. (Time for some self-indulgent art! )

I’m really glad I found the Forest and its community. Happy holidays from me to you, whether you are a veteran member of the Forest or just signed up a few seconds ago. May the Twin Gods bless all our deer and keep them safe and warm this winter.