This is why I buy myself things...

As one gets older, gift giving holidays take on less importance because you find yourself buying the things you want when you want them as well as taking more pleasure out of giving to those that you care about, like TEA who loved his iPod Touch, and seeing the expression of joy when they get something that they weren't expecting.

My brother and sister do not think of it this way though.

Because I am difficult to buy for (I am picky and I have what I want) they choose gift giving holidays as an excuse to get me things that are...well...useful (sometimes) but often ridiculous.

So, let me give you an idea of what I received from my loving siblings:

From my dear brother, I received Sharper Images' ManGroomer which is an electric backhair shaver. It extends to reach the hard to reach places. While I will use it, opening it up was...odd. (Okay, I will admit that I am excited to try it.)

From my sister, I received two items of...interest.

The first is pictured above. Yep, I now own "The Situation"'s book, Here's the Situation, and yes, I will probably read it. Though I am curious about what I need to know about avoiding grenades.

The final item of odd, almost WTF gifts ends up being something that I will wear with pride, sweet creme filled pride.

This t-shirt which fits my colour palatte well and expresses my love for good food.

Yes, those of you who come out to the Polar Plunge will see it.

And you know, I love them all, and I love my brother and sister for thinking of me.

In other news, I was like a five year old and awoke at 2:30 this morning. That I couldn't fall back asleep was my own fault. So...I watched the Star Trek:TNG marathon on ScFy and then the Buffy marathon on Chiller until it was time to start my day. Awesome, no? Embracing my essential dorkiness on Christmas morning is proof of my commitment to averageness.

I bring you great comforts of tidings and joy.

"That's what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown"


I don't go for the overtly Christian things, but...this is what tomorrow is about.

Twas the Night Before Christmas

I am recording this mostly for TEA, but...I felt the need to share.

Not that anyone will care but...

Merry Christmas to those who celebrate and Happy Saturday to those who don't.

This snark free post brought to you by...sincerity

Yep, that's Kenny Rogers.

Yes, that is Kentucky Homemade Christmas.

Yes, it is cheesy and yet still dark and the music is...well...let us be generous and not mention the music at all in the spirit of the season.

I love this song.

It started out as a joke years ago with I did my Christmas Song Download thing but every year, I kept coming back to it. Liking it more and more, appreciating it more and more, and now, interestingly enough, I love it.

While it doesn't have the skill or odd juxtaposition of talent like Bing and Bowie, it has a real sincerity at heart.

So, mock me if you wish, and some of you will, but I do love this song.

I can tell you the meaning of Christmas, Charlie Brown

"Lights, please..."

Who thought this was a good idea to show to young children? Charlie Brown is depressed. Lucy is a bossy c**t. Linus is a head case. Peppermint Patty is like a cocktail party guest who corners you and talks to you until you want to slit your throat from ear to ear.

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