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On the @#& Day of Christmas: Hallmark Holiday Rejects

As we barrel toward the Lord of the Rings of holidays, let’s remember the true meaning of Christmas – reindeer, pine trees, and candy canes set against a backdrop of … Continue reading

December 9, 2017 · 12 Comments

A Rude Christmas Interlude for You: T’was the Time After Christmas Dinner…

T’was the night after Christmas dinner, and the family had passed out on the couch from the hearty Christmas fare, not giving a hoot whether St. Nicolas was there. When … Continue reading

December 26, 2014 · Leave a comment

From My Heart to Your Gag Reflex: Worst Christmas Album Covers…for Now

Most Benevolent LReader: I’ve been negligent in blogging this year, ’tis true, but what’s a woman with severe writer’s block to do? I’ve agonized and despaired – plagued with self-doubt, … Continue reading

December 15, 2014 · 20 Comments

The Nose Knows & Other Gift Ideas to Alienate Your Friends & Family

I’ll admit it.  I’m one of those suckers for Christmas…presents, that is.  Growing up, it wasn’t so much about what Christmas meant, but what old man Santa would give me … Continue reading

December 20, 2012 · 14 Comments

Hallmark Holiday Card Rejects

Given that it’s the holiday season – the time of year when you receive greeting cards from people you haven’t heard from forever, and you don’t really care whether little … Continue reading

December 17, 2011 · 24 Comments