T’was the fifth of December, and in a city far away a Throne Speech was given on a cold crisp Thursday. Jeff had disappeared to no one’s surprise and a replacement was needed so the curtain could still rise.

From out behind the camera Director Danielle did come to take Jeff’s chair so things could still get done. At last the show was underway, and thank goodness for that because as usual Richard had lots to say. Then all of a sudden there arose such a clatter and Rachel sprang from her chair to see what was the matter.  Then what from the corner of the room should appear, why Santa himself with a bag full of beer. To the team’s delight and Danielle’s relief, Santa made himself comfortable and took Jeff’s seat.

With his sleigh safely parked down the street, which believe me was no small feat, the team settled in to deliver a Christmas treat. Reindeer games were played and predictions were made, like where is the KED and should we consider it to be dead? Is the Ontario Liberal Party really in a race to elect a new leader to take Wynne’s place? What about Scheer, the conservative leader with many to fear, will he be able to hang on for a year? And what about the government, are they willing to pounce on parties so weak they can’t fundraise an ounce.

As for the answers that everyone wants to know, what is on Santa’s naughty and nice list and who will receive a Stack beer or a lump of coal?

As the year draws to a close, what 2020 will bring no one knows! But The team will be back, a Christmas miracle to say the least, so in the meantime spend time with your loved ones and enjoy your Christmas feast!