Lol yeah I bet that was rough. It's pretty warm here too although not quite *that* warm. My Christmas was very nice. Lots of warm, fuzzy family time :P My mom's now getting very excited about finding things for me to use in my future apartment. I told her that's what I want for my graduation present so now she's looking at kitchen appliances and dish sets and comforters. She loves shopping :)
I am glad you had a good Christmas, I hope you have an even better New Year, and make sure that Yankee treats you well. ;)
I hope you find a nice place to live and good luck in your future endeavors.
Sounds like a great graduation present and also sounds as if you getting on with your mom better.