Remember way back when I ate Ruz? To the relief of TCR readers, who much appreciate their Ruz time, he's burped up on occasion.

But I'm afraid I got hungry again. This time, poor Mr. Smart fell victim to my stomach growlings. Once again, there were rumors hither and thither, something about a plague, this or that about a vacation... but don't be fooled! I'm licking my chops as I type, remembering the Delectable Derek menu option I chose a few days back.

The Smartster sends his regards from my stomach, and promises to rejoin the fold when he can get access to that "Internet" thing.

With a belly full, I'm taking my fat ass down to Florida for some holiday cheer. I haven't been to Florida since I was about nine months old, so I don't know what to expect. I also don't know how much blogging I'll get done over the next 6 days, but I'll try to pop online from time to time.

Until then, happy holidays!