I just wanted to let folks know that the annual December tradition of the Virtual Advent Tour began on Dec. 1.

I’ll be contributing a post on Dec. 20, but I suggest bookmarking the page or adding the feed to your blog reader, because folks really do write on a broad and fascinating array of holiday-related topics. There will be posts on books, music, food, ornaments, crafts, and quizzes, as well as personal, cultural, and national traditions.

It’s definitely a festive way to mark the season, and I find starting my day by reading the day’s contributions really puts me in a good mood.

Oh, and if you’re in a mood to contribute, it’s not too late to sign up for a date (well, unless you wanted Dec. 1, 2, or 3).