How can it be December 2012 already? What happened to the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s? Geez, you blink and you’re 40 years older but Christmas is still coming and then the new year. Fortunately even though I can be a terrible procrastinator I’ve been getting ready for this month since May. I’ve been canning, collecting and now I’m baking. The older you get the less your really need but most everyone enjoys something good to eat. A jar of jam with some cookies is always a well received gift. My dog Macky has a lot of friends and they all …