First time wearing the new red Monterey Coral Cave. I decided I needed to pair it with a green shirt and red socks to complete the holiday look. I’m really a big fan of Monterey these days. Merry Christmas gents.

Longines is celebrating 2026’s Year of the Horse with a limited edition Master Collection Moonphase that features a bold red gradient dial and an engraved rotor showcasing Chinese artist Xu Beihong’s famous Galloping Horse painting — a natural fit given the brand’s deep ties to equestrian sports dating back to the 1800s. Limited to just 2,026 pieces globally, the Longines Master Collection Moonphase Year of the Horse is available now through authorized retailers and Longines boutiques for $3,400 — a $300 premium over the standard 42mm Master Collection Moonphase. https://www.longines.com/en-us/p/watch-longines-master-collection-moonphase-l2-919-4-09-2

It's a sad day for us today. We had to send our very sick elderly pug Gomez over the rainbow. He was such a big part of our lives and the house feels empty without him. This is the watch I was wearing when we took him in so it will forever be attached to the memory. I've decided that the GMT on the dial now stands for Gomez Tribute.

I wanted to thank each of you for being here and for being so open and sharing. Since I joined this community in April of 2025 and rediscovered my fascination with watches I have had so much fun and heave enjoyed learning and experiencing the things that you enjoy about your timepieces. You have taught me so much and expanded my knowledge of the watch universe. Take the time (pun intended) to enjoy not just the things of the season but the people of the season as well! Happy holidays!

Snoopster gets the run today. We are heading out to Geeen Island for some snorkelling, a glass bottom boat tour and more family fun. Seems like anSnoooy kind if say really.