Seven Days 'til Christmas!
I suggest blind, stinking, run-around-with-your-pants-around-your-ankles panic.

I had such plans for this evening, such aspirations of productivity, but gave myself over to the enticements of the Science Channel. Bog, what a spectacular idea! I have a lot of catching up to do, but I consider the time well spent.

The Rebel Black Dot Song of the Day
Eartha Kitt, "Santa Baby" from Elf: Music From the Major Motion Picture (T.L.A.M.)