the fruitcake enterprises social review—winter 2026
In the winter of 2026, I engaged in in-person or face-to-face virtual social interaction with the following people on the indicated number of days:
1. Shobhit—32
2. Laney—19
3. Alexia—7
4. Karen—7
5. Daniel—6 *
6. Ryan—5 *
7. Tony—5 *
8. Chris—5 *
9. Danielle—3
10. Gina—2
11. Beth—2
12. Angel—2
13. Gabriel—2
14. Lea—2
15. Cathryn—2
16. Derek—4 *
17. Greg—4 *
18. Jake—3 *
19. Ben—3 *
20. Andy—3 *
21. Tracy—1
22. Jennifer—1
23. Lynn—1 **
24. Zephyr—1 **
25. Gabby—1
26. Amanda—1
27. Jessica—1
28. Claudia—1
29. Amy—1
30. Tyler—1
31. Tom—2 *
32. Hope—1
33. Chase—1
34. Ian—1
35. Matthew—1
36. Marie—1
37. Mary—1
38. Mackenzie—1
39. Michelle—1
40. Enver—1 **
41. Uriah—1 **
42. Joe—1 *
43. Dylan—1 * * Regular attendee at Action Movie Night ** Lynn's birthday party Total days in the fall with social interaction: 63 (70%, a +3 percentage point change from fall) Okay, what observations are worth noting about my social life in the winter of 2026, which really began 10 days before 2025 ended? Well, I guess I could note that it began with Shobhit and Alexia and me taking an overnight trip to Victoria, B.C. on December 22-23. That only afforded them both two Social Review points on its own, but we sure did do a hell of a lot over those two days. Shobhit being at #1 and Laney being at #2—and even Alexia being #3—is hardly remarkable. I do feel like remarking on it, though, because although this is likely to be replicated over both spring and summer 2026, Laney's numbers will likely plummet by the fall. That's when she plans to go back out on the road, and we'll probably go back to monthly virtual Happy Hours. At least I have a good six months or so before that happens. Anything else? I suppose I could mention how high in the rankings the guys at Action Movie Night have managed—they're occupying positions #5 through #8, so 40% of the top 10. This is what happens when you meet with a group regularly on a biweekly basis, though. It's very similar to the early days of the Social Review, when I was going out to eat every week with select people from the Seattle Lesbian and Gay Chorus. We're talking nearly two and a half decades ago. The only other things I can think of to note are not about this past three months, but the next Social Review, which will see the return of two major players from the past: Ivan just arrived today for a three-night visit, which will likely give him at minimum 3 points on the next Social Review. Then, Barbara flies out from Louisville for the last half of my Birth Week, which will give her a good 5 points for spring. That means Barbara will likely rank at #5 next time, after Shobhit, Laney, Alexia, and Karen (with whom I also have scheduled biweekly virtual lunches). For now, though, things are fairly standard. So let's get to the who did what with whom where and when!
Sunday, December 21: with Laney, to a movie (Avatar: Fire and Ash) Monday, December 22: with Shobhit and Alexia, trip to Victoria: riding the Victoria Clipper; Gingerbread Showcase at the Hotel Grand Pacific; exploring the lobby at the Fairmont Empress Hotel; Festival of Trees Victoria at Bay Centre; The Magic of Christmas at Butchart Gardens; Lights of Wonder at Centennial Square; out for dinner at Maiiz Tuesday, December 23: with Alexia, Miniature World Tuesday, December 23: with Shobhit and Alexia, shop browsing, out for sandwiches and tea at Murchie's, riding the Black Ball Ferry, riding the bus from Port Angeles to Seattle Wednesday, December 24: with Shobhit, Dad, Sherri, Jennifer, Matthew, Hope, Chase, and Ian, out for dinner (Emperor's Palace Lacey) Saturday, December 27: with Laney, to a movie (Marty Supreme) Sunday, December 28: with Alexia, Issaquah Reindeer Festival at Cougar Mountain Zoo, and viewing the Meadowbrook Farm elk herd Tuesday, December 30: with Alexia, to a movie (Anaconda) Wednesday, December 31: with Gina, Beth, and Angel, out for dinner (Toast to Toast), to a comedy show (Fortune Feimster at McCaw Hall), and watching New Year's fireworks at Seattle Center Thursday, January 1: with Gina, Beth, and Angel, out for breakfast (Toast to Toast) Friday, January 2: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Saturday, January 3: with Gabriel and Lea, dinner at their house Sunday, January 4: with Alexia, Braeburn Condos double feature (Hot Fuzz and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World) Wednesday, January 7: with Tony, Ryan, Ben, Chris B, Derek, Tom, and Daniel, Action Movie Night (Sisu: Road to Revenge) Thursday, January 8: with Laney, to a movie (Is This Thing On?) Saturday, January 10: with Laney, BYOB Happy Hour at Cedar Hall, US Bank Center Saturday, January 10: with Lynn, Zephyr, Enver, Uriah, and more, Lynn's 50th birthday party at Lynn and Zephyr's house in Everett Sunday, January 11: with Alexia, double feature at her place (The Fugitive and Air Force One), and out for dinner at Maharaja Cuisine of India Issaquah Tuesday, January 13: with Laney, to a movie (Father Mother Sister Brother) Wednesday, January 14: with Laney, to a movie (Greenland: Migration) Thursday, January 15: with Tyler, at Steamworks Seattle Friday, January 16: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Saturday, January 17: with Shobhit, Mensa of Western Washington Post-Holiday Party at Redmond Senior & Community Center Saturday, January 17: with Gabriel and Lea, dinner & a movie at their place (It Was Just an Accident) Sunday, January 18: with Laney, Braeburn Condos Double Feature (About Schmidt and Sideways) Tuesday, January 20: with Laney, to a movie (28 Years Later: The Bone Temple) Wednesday, January 21: with Shobhit, Jake, Joe, Chris B, Andy, Derek, and Daniel, Infernal Affairs) Thursday, January 22: with Shobhit, walking home from work Saturday, January 24: with Shobhit and Danielle, dinner at our place Saturday, January 24: with Danielle, Amy Miller comedy show at Laughs Comedy Club Tuesday, January 27: with Laney, Happy Hour at Revolver Bar Thursday, January 29: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Thursday, January 29: with Laney, to a movie (Send Help) Friday, January 30: with Shobhit, Seahawks Drone Show at Seattle Center Sunday, February 1: with Shobhit and Danielle, out for a walk to Capitol Hill Farmers Market, and lunch at our place, commemorating the 26th anniversary of Danielle's move to Seattle Wednesday, February 4: with Gabby, Cathry, and Amy, P3 Team Happy Hour at Next Level Lounge, Fogo de Chao Wednesday, February 4: with Shobhit, Tony, Jake, Ryan, Chris B, Tom, Greg, Daniel, and Dylan, Action Movie Night (Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan) Thursday, February 5: with Laney, to a movie (The Moment) Thursday, February 5: with Shobhit, out for dinner and dessert at Mirabelle by Orphée Friday, February 6: with Shobhit, Central District Art Walk Saturday, February 7: with Tracy, to a movie (Arco at the Grand Cinema in Tacoma) and out for dinner at Dusty's Hideaway in Tacoma Sunday, February 8: with Shobhit, post-Super Bowl street celebrations on Capitol Hill and in Pioneer Square Wednesday, February 11: with Marie, Mackenzie, Michelle, Shobhit, and more, watching the Seahawks Victory Parade from tje PCC office Thursday, February 12: with Cathryn and Amanda, Power User Lunch at Freya Bakery & Cafe Friday, February 13: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Friday, February 13: with Shobhit, Belltown Art Walk Saturday, Febtrary 14: with Laney, "Happy Hour" at Roma Roma Saturday, February 14: with Shobhit, out for dessert at Salt & Straw Tuesday, February 17: with Shobhit, walking home from work Wednesday, February 18: with Tony, Ryan, Ben, Ben's work friend whose name I forgot, Chris B, Derek, Greg, Daniel, and Tony's new friend from across the street whose name I also forgot, Action Movie Night (Hard Target) Thursday, February 19: with Laney, to a movie (Pillion) Saturday, February 21: with Shobhit, out for dinner (Chipotle, Federal Way) and to a play (And Then There Were None at Centerstage Theatre, Federal Way) Sunday, February 22: with Laney, movie in the Braeburn Condos theater (The Descendants) Tuesday, February 24: with Shobhit, joining me for the second half of my movie (Midwinter Break) after the movie he saw ended Wednesday, February 25: with Shobhit, Laney, and Jessica, Ocho Hour at Poquitos Friday, February 27: with Claudia, surprise visit at PCC Corner Market and office Friday, February 27: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Friday, February 27: with Shobhit, Downtown Art Walk Saturday, February 28: with Laney, to a movie (Scream 7) Sunday, March 1: with Shobhit, Actor Awards viewing party at Central Cinema Monday, March 2: with Shobhit, walking home from work with me Wednesday, March 4: with Shobhit, Tony, Jake, Ryan, Chris B, Andy, Greg, and Daniel, Action Movie Night (Collateral) Thursday, March 5: with Shobhit, Pioneer Square First Thursday Art Walk Saturday, March 7: with Alexia, Braeburn Condos double feature (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Mary Poppins) Sunday, March 8: with Laney, to a movie (The Bride!) Tuesday, March 10: with Shobhit and Mary, Mary's art showing at ArtLove Salon Thursday, March 12: with Shobhit, Capitol Hill Art Walk Friday, March 13: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Friday, March 13: with Shobhit and Danielle, Belltown Art Walk, and out for dinner at Kedai Makan Saturday, March 14: with Laney, Happy Hour at Life On Mars Sunday, March 15: with Shobhit, out for a walk and then sharing a grilled cheese sandwich at Mintish Coffee House Tuesday, March 17: with Shobhit, walking home from work with me Wednesday, March 18: with Shobhit, Tony, Sarah, Ryan, Ben, Derek, Daniel, Andy, and Greg, Action Movie Night (Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die) Thursday, March 19: with Laney, to a movie (Project Hail Mary) Friday, March 20: with Shobhit, U District Art Walk
1. Shobhit—32
2. Laney—19
3. Alexia—7
4. Karen—7
5. Daniel—6 *
6. Ryan—5 *
7. Tony—5 *
8. Chris—5 *
9. Danielle—3
10. Gina—2
11. Beth—2
12. Angel—2
13. Gabriel—2
14. Lea—2
15. Cathryn—2
16. Derek—4 *
17. Greg—4 *
18. Jake—3 *
19. Ben—3 *
20. Andy—3 *
21. Tracy—1
22. Jennifer—1
23. Lynn—1 **
24. Zephyr—1 **
25. Gabby—1
26. Amanda—1
27. Jessica—1
28. Claudia—1
29. Amy—1
30. Tyler—1
31. Tom—2 *
32. Hope—1
33. Chase—1
34. Ian—1
35. Matthew—1
36. Marie—1
37. Mary—1
38. Mackenzie—1
39. Michelle—1
40. Enver—1 **
41. Uriah—1 **
42. Joe—1 *
43. Dylan—1 * * Regular attendee at Action Movie Night ** Lynn's birthday party Total days in the fall with social interaction: 63 (70%, a +3 percentage point change from fall) Okay, what observations are worth noting about my social life in the winter of 2026, which really began 10 days before 2025 ended? Well, I guess I could note that it began with Shobhit and Alexia and me taking an overnight trip to Victoria, B.C. on December 22-23. That only afforded them both two Social Review points on its own, but we sure did do a hell of a lot over those two days. Shobhit being at #1 and Laney being at #2—and even Alexia being #3—is hardly remarkable. I do feel like remarking on it, though, because although this is likely to be replicated over both spring and summer 2026, Laney's numbers will likely plummet by the fall. That's when she plans to go back out on the road, and we'll probably go back to monthly virtual Happy Hours. At least I have a good six months or so before that happens. Anything else? I suppose I could mention how high in the rankings the guys at Action Movie Night have managed—they're occupying positions #5 through #8, so 40% of the top 10. This is what happens when you meet with a group regularly on a biweekly basis, though. It's very similar to the early days of the Social Review, when I was going out to eat every week with select people from the Seattle Lesbian and Gay Chorus. We're talking nearly two and a half decades ago. The only other things I can think of to note are not about this past three months, but the next Social Review, which will see the return of two major players from the past: Ivan just arrived today for a three-night visit, which will likely give him at minimum 3 points on the next Social Review. Then, Barbara flies out from Louisville for the last half of my Birth Week, which will give her a good 5 points for spring. That means Barbara will likely rank at #5 next time, after Shobhit, Laney, Alexia, and Karen (with whom I also have scheduled biweekly virtual lunches). For now, though, things are fairly standard. So let's get to the who did what with whom where and when!
Sunday, December 21: with Laney, to a movie (Avatar: Fire and Ash) Monday, December 22: with Shobhit and Alexia, trip to Victoria: riding the Victoria Clipper; Gingerbread Showcase at the Hotel Grand Pacific; exploring the lobby at the Fairmont Empress Hotel; Festival of Trees Victoria at Bay Centre; The Magic of Christmas at Butchart Gardens; Lights of Wonder at Centennial Square; out for dinner at Maiiz Tuesday, December 23: with Alexia, Miniature World Tuesday, December 23: with Shobhit and Alexia, shop browsing, out for sandwiches and tea at Murchie's, riding the Black Ball Ferry, riding the bus from Port Angeles to Seattle Wednesday, December 24: with Shobhit, Dad, Sherri, Jennifer, Matthew, Hope, Chase, and Ian, out for dinner (Emperor's Palace Lacey) Saturday, December 27: with Laney, to a movie (Marty Supreme) Sunday, December 28: with Alexia, Issaquah Reindeer Festival at Cougar Mountain Zoo, and viewing the Meadowbrook Farm elk herd Tuesday, December 30: with Alexia, to a movie (Anaconda) Wednesday, December 31: with Gina, Beth, and Angel, out for dinner (Toast to Toast), to a comedy show (Fortune Feimster at McCaw Hall), and watching New Year's fireworks at Seattle Center Thursday, January 1: with Gina, Beth, and Angel, out for breakfast (Toast to Toast) Friday, January 2: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Saturday, January 3: with Gabriel and Lea, dinner at their house Sunday, January 4: with Alexia, Braeburn Condos double feature (Hot Fuzz and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World) Wednesday, January 7: with Tony, Ryan, Ben, Chris B, Derek, Tom, and Daniel, Action Movie Night (Sisu: Road to Revenge) Thursday, January 8: with Laney, to a movie (Is This Thing On?) Saturday, January 10: with Laney, BYOB Happy Hour at Cedar Hall, US Bank Center Saturday, January 10: with Lynn, Zephyr, Enver, Uriah, and more, Lynn's 50th birthday party at Lynn and Zephyr's house in Everett Sunday, January 11: with Alexia, double feature at her place (The Fugitive and Air Force One), and out for dinner at Maharaja Cuisine of India Issaquah Tuesday, January 13: with Laney, to a movie (Father Mother Sister Brother) Wednesday, January 14: with Laney, to a movie (Greenland: Migration) Thursday, January 15: with Tyler, at Steamworks Seattle Friday, January 16: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Saturday, January 17: with Shobhit, Mensa of Western Washington Post-Holiday Party at Redmond Senior & Community Center Saturday, January 17: with Gabriel and Lea, dinner & a movie at their place (It Was Just an Accident) Sunday, January 18: with Laney, Braeburn Condos Double Feature (About Schmidt and Sideways) Tuesday, January 20: with Laney, to a movie (28 Years Later: The Bone Temple) Wednesday, January 21: with Shobhit, Jake, Joe, Chris B, Andy, Derek, and Daniel, Infernal Affairs) Thursday, January 22: with Shobhit, walking home from work Saturday, January 24: with Shobhit and Danielle, dinner at our place Saturday, January 24: with Danielle, Amy Miller comedy show at Laughs Comedy Club Tuesday, January 27: with Laney, Happy Hour at Revolver Bar Thursday, January 29: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Thursday, January 29: with Laney, to a movie (Send Help) Friday, January 30: with Shobhit, Seahawks Drone Show at Seattle Center Sunday, February 1: with Shobhit and Danielle, out for a walk to Capitol Hill Farmers Market, and lunch at our place, commemorating the 26th anniversary of Danielle's move to Seattle Wednesday, February 4: with Gabby, Cathry, and Amy, P3 Team Happy Hour at Next Level Lounge, Fogo de Chao Wednesday, February 4: with Shobhit, Tony, Jake, Ryan, Chris B, Tom, Greg, Daniel, and Dylan, Action Movie Night (Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan) Thursday, February 5: with Laney, to a movie (The Moment) Thursday, February 5: with Shobhit, out for dinner and dessert at Mirabelle by Orphée Friday, February 6: with Shobhit, Central District Art Walk Saturday, February 7: with Tracy, to a movie (Arco at the Grand Cinema in Tacoma) and out for dinner at Dusty's Hideaway in Tacoma Sunday, February 8: with Shobhit, post-Super Bowl street celebrations on Capitol Hill and in Pioneer Square Wednesday, February 11: with Marie, Mackenzie, Michelle, Shobhit, and more, watching the Seahawks Victory Parade from tje PCC office Thursday, February 12: with Cathryn and Amanda, Power User Lunch at Freya Bakery & Cafe Friday, February 13: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Friday, February 13: with Shobhit, Belltown Art Walk Saturday, Febtrary 14: with Laney, "Happy Hour" at Roma Roma Saturday, February 14: with Shobhit, out for dessert at Salt & Straw Tuesday, February 17: with Shobhit, walking home from work Wednesday, February 18: with Tony, Ryan, Ben, Ben's work friend whose name I forgot, Chris B, Derek, Greg, Daniel, and Tony's new friend from across the street whose name I also forgot, Action Movie Night (Hard Target) Thursday, February 19: with Laney, to a movie (Pillion) Saturday, February 21: with Shobhit, out for dinner (Chipotle, Federal Way) and to a play (And Then There Were None at Centerstage Theatre, Federal Way) Sunday, February 22: with Laney, movie in the Braeburn Condos theater (The Descendants) Tuesday, February 24: with Shobhit, joining me for the second half of my movie (Midwinter Break) after the movie he saw ended Wednesday, February 25: with Shobhit, Laney, and Jessica, Ocho Hour at Poquitos Friday, February 27: with Claudia, surprise visit at PCC Corner Market and office Friday, February 27: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Friday, February 27: with Shobhit, Downtown Art Walk Saturday, February 28: with Laney, to a movie (Scream 7) Sunday, March 1: with Shobhit, Actor Awards viewing party at Central Cinema Monday, March 2: with Shobhit, walking home from work with me Wednesday, March 4: with Shobhit, Tony, Jake, Ryan, Chris B, Andy, Greg, and Daniel, Action Movie Night (Collateral) Thursday, March 5: with Shobhit, Pioneer Square First Thursday Art Walk Saturday, March 7: with Alexia, Braeburn Condos double feature (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Mary Poppins) Sunday, March 8: with Laney, to a movie (The Bride!) Tuesday, March 10: with Shobhit and Mary, Mary's art showing at ArtLove Salon Thursday, March 12: with Shobhit, Capitol Hill Art Walk Friday, March 13: with Karen, lunch over Zoom Friday, March 13: with Shobhit and Danielle, Belltown Art Walk, and out for dinner at Kedai Makan Saturday, March 14: with Laney, Happy Hour at Life On Mars Sunday, March 15: with Shobhit, out for a walk and then sharing a grilled cheese sandwich at Mintish Coffee House Tuesday, March 17: with Shobhit, walking home from work with me Wednesday, March 18: with Shobhit, Tony, Sarah, Ryan, Ben, Derek, Daniel, Andy, and Greg, Action Movie Night (Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die) Thursday, March 19: with Laney, to a movie (Project Hail Mary) Friday, March 20: with Shobhit, U District Art Walk
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