text: It was a tense few weeks at the Capitol, but one thing that always lightens the mood is Rep. Earl BlumenauerÛªs famous homemade fruitcake. Without fail, he delivers it just before Christmas each year to Republicans and Democrats alike. In that same spirit of sharing, I like to offer EarlÛªs fruitcake to the squirrels and blue jays outside my office. They love it. Happy holidays, Earl!