<p>Hope all who observe Hanukah had a wonderful celebration; all who observe Christmas have a merry one, and all who celebrate something else or nothing (excuse my ignorance of other traditions) have a safe and happy time with their families and loved ones. Special congratulations to those who survived their first semester at Tulane, and with any luck thrived. I hope it was all you imagined and more.</p>
<p>Finally, Happy New Year in advance as well. Be safe so you can return to New Orleans healthy. You need to make it through those even more advanced courses next semester!</p>