I want to take a few minutes to wish a merry Christmas to my parents, siblings and their families back in the US as well as my in-laws and their families, my wife, and my son here in the Philippines.

I also want to wish a special merry Christmas to the military service members around the world who can't be at home with family during the holidays. May your next few days be uneventful.

Please eat and enjoy the family get-togethers. It doesn't happen often enough.

To my American friends and family, Merry Christmas! To my Filipino friends and family, Maligayang Pasko!