Oh squee! Thank you so much for your kind words! And thank you for the welcome- I've been following the comm for months, but yes, this is my first attempt at a 60-fic. I came so close during the Red-Headed League (another favorite, as I'm married to someone with a proper head of red hair), but the holiday weekend gave me time to contemplate what I love about the BLUE, and the feeling of goodwill that runs throughout is palpable, so I had to add a bit of cheer to Holmes's holiday. Thanks again for the warm welcome! I will definitely be posting when real life acquiesces!