The tired Christmas Elf halfway hypnotized by the glowing Phenomenon that has taken over the room in the wake of yesterday's tree-trimming party. After such unparalleled excitement there is something to be said for the calm elderly arms of an Adoring Grandfather. (My daughter most thoughtfully made this photo with the tiny silver camera belonging to her husband, the ever-capable father of Mabel Watson Payne – then later on from home the three of them sent me the image as a superb email surprise gift.)