Links: White’s So Funny?

And finally: Mini Murder Mittens

This sleepy kitten doesn’t have her claws quite under control. (via Gigi the cat lady)

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Links: And We All Thought Rudolph Was Bright

And finally: Who’s a Good Goalie?

A soccer match in Argentina took an odd turn when a dog ran across the field just in time to block a shot headed straight for the goal. (Mashable via Andrew Y.)

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Santa Claus: The Early Years

It’s difficult to imagine now, but once the “jolly old elf” who today brings toys and joys to children all over the world was once Laars Blenderson, who started with a single reindeer and a delivery route in his hometown of Hvammstangi, Iceland.

I just to just say “hi there” but “ho ho ho” seemed bouncier.

Another early Xmas present from Sharon H.

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Links: On Dasher! On Dancer! On Comet! On Chovies!

One of these pets is more excited about a car ride than the other — can you guess which? (No hints, Faye!)

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