( better not to think about how the angel had been able to locate her. those are little details. the kind that are better off forgotten. instead the more important thing is that when vanessa opens the door, she's greeted by the sight of a very warmly dressed angel with a big woven basket in hand. )

Good morning! And something of a belated "Merry Christmas"!

( warmly. )

I apologise. I was bit too preoccupied to send my regards day of.