>>For the holiday events, my workplace decided to do a voluntary gingerbread house team competition. I, in my infinite wisdom, wrangled my work friends into doing this with me. <<

It sounds fun, but I know the feel. My partner spotted a Buddha's hand and asked if I wanted one. Of course! They're marvelous and have a very short harvest season.

... neither one of us factored in how busy we are or how many other things were already on the "should be cooked" list. 0_o

But it smells so good.