Well, that IS where all the fun is, MIG.
You know what? For those who pass it's going to be great news and even more reason to celebrate this week. But for those who fail and find out this close to Christmas it's gonna ruin their holiday. Why not just hope the results come in next Monday and everyone forget about them until then. Remember the reason for the season, celebrate the birth of Christ and enjoy the holiday with your loved ones.
As the wife of an unemployed civil engineer (15 months as of today), I personally don't want to see him any more depressed that he already is if he fails the test; especially on Christmas.