Happy Freakin' Holiday

Four ways to suck the life out of the only cold weather holiday.

Number one - It is Christmas for me. What gave someone else permission to strip away my holiday? I have to wish everyone Happy Holiday because they are sad that their holiday isn't as popular as mine. God forbid that I miss someone's holiday and they get their undies in a bunch.
Number two - This is supposed to be a time of year to renew relationships and relax with family and friends. Instead, people run around getting presents, attending events and chasing around from house to house with barely enough time to see people open what we bought. Our pocket books are smaller and patience is shorter. Complaints go up and people make collosally bad decisions.
Number three - We eat more while trying to squeeze into our best outfits for church programs, holiday parties and seasonal reunions. Then we have the gaul to complain about all of the weight we gained during the time we suspended our better judgement for the sake of fudge.
Number four - What gives some people the right to create their own version of the South runway at the Ford airport? I'm all about some pretty lights and tasteful decor. However, if it takes 3 months to plan the layout, 1,000 bucks to rewire the service entrance and two weeks off work to decorate. Save the time next year and put the grand into therapy.

Bottom line - smooth out your undies, order some gift card online, priortize and turn down some events, watch what you eat cause your new year's resolution won't happen, and try a light wreath that is good for your bills and the environment.