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Saedigh's Christmas Wishlist

Dear Santa,
How has your year been so far? I guess things are getting pretty busy for you now, right? I see that they've already set up your little grottos in most of the malls. That must make for a pretty hectic schedule. Do you find yourself double-booked very often? Do the elves have a hard time keeping up? I suppose you could always threaten them with outsourcing their jobs to garden gnomes, but I guess that wouldn't really be in the spirit of the season now, would it?
This year I have taken up some new hobbies, and suffered a great loss, so my Christmas list pretty much reflects that. Let's get to the bad news first: My stereo died. No, don't worry, it wasn't one of yours. I got it at Future Shop in grade 11. Anyway, the CD player is completely fried. The radio still works, but there's only so much CBC a girl can take, you know? Anyway, I can play music on my DVD player, but the problem is that my TV is mono, not stereo. So I guess I would like one of those cheap home entertainment speaker sets so I can hear Radiohead's Hail to The Theif in full stereo glory (if I ever find the CD again.)
Now for the good news. I have taken up running. Unfortunately, Canada is pretty darn cold in the winter months. I guess I don't have to tell you that though, right? (By the way, is the North Pole still Canadian, or are you a Dane now? Will the reindeer have to be quarantined before they can become EU citizens?) Anyway, I would like some gear for running in the cold weather that will ideally double-up as cross-country ski gear. I hear lightweight, synthetic layering is the key. A gift certificate to The Running Room or MEC would probably be the best bet, since it's been a while and you've probably forgotten my size.
I look forward to seeing you on the 24th. I'll make sure there are some carrots for the reindeer (and a parsnip for picky Vixen). Hopefully I can convince Mom to make some shortbread, too. I know you're watching your weight, but it is Christmas, right?
Take care, and season's greetings,
Saedigh