So what are you asking Santa for this year? If Toys 'R Us (or the equine equivalent) has been your shopping mall of choice, I trust you have a few parcels under the Christmas tree to open and enjoy.

A few of the syndicate managers are flogging shares in racehorses if you are looking for a gift with ongoing financial commitments and can't wait a few weeks until the yearling sales start. Graeme Rogerson bloodstock have been advertising shares as has Moroney Bloodstock (Paul's offering is a good one actually - a women's only syndicate).

Meanwhile, I have a horse racing on Boxing Day so I'm actually hoping for some Christmas good cheer to overflow to the following day.

The entire Athlone team would like to take this opportunity to thank not just our clients but also our regular readers for their ongoing support. May you and your families enjoy a safe and happy Christmas and a prosperous 2006.

This blog will be quiet for the next few days as we all spend some time with our respective families - but stay tuned for the "Year in Review" article which will be posted before New Year ... and some exciting news that will go public in the second week of January.

With best wishes
Katrina (on behalf of the entire Athlone team of designers, editors, writers, merchandising specialists and 'idea gurus')


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