My youngest, Jack Jr., has finally figured out that he's too big to climb the Christmas tree. But all three cats try to sleep under it whenever they can.
For my roux alone, I'll use oil and flour and cook it 'til it's chestnut colored. Takes about the time you need to drink 2 1\2 beers, and lots of stirring.
This is shaping up to be one action-packed cruise for us! Excursions to the Mayan ruins at Altun Ha (Belize) and Chacchoben (Costa Maya - thanks again for the tip, Black Hearted Pearl!), and swimming with the dolphins in Cozumel... I can't wait!