Due to some rather obnoxious putrid trolls, went back to commenter moderation. No big deal, I'll let all comments through as long as they aren't abusive nor spam.
Also, while I'll be checking in, I'm taking the week off blogging until I get back to the US on the 26th. This is because my family is going to the Wolong Panda Reserve in Chengdu and won't likely have internet access. However, expect panda pictures galore when I return shortly!
Everyone have a happy holidays and Appendagemas in my absence. :)
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