Describe an item you were incredibly attached to as a youth. What became of it? Once upon a time, in the whimsical landscape of my youth, there existed a magical contraption—a typewriter. Gifted by my aunt, wrapped in festive paper and adorned with a bow, it was the […]
What was the last thing you did for play or fun? ‘Tis the season of twinkling lights, festive tunes, and the eternal quest for the perfect gift. As I sit surrounded by my meticulously wrapped treasures, I can’t help but marvel at my holiday shopping prowess. I really […]
What is your favorite place to go in your city? It’s that time of the year again where I extoll the virtues and wonders of New York City. Ah, the enchanting nights of New York City, where the skyline transforms into a shimmering tapestry, and the air is […]
I’m one of those people who looks forward to the holiday season year-long. And, once Christmas comes, I have typically left the Christmas tree up until late February or even mid-March. This year, it went away by three-kings day. And, I don’t know why. It could certainly be […]
I love the holiday season. I love gift-buying and giving. It gives me great pleasure to create or give items to people with them specifically in mind. Growing up as poor as I did, the holiday seasons were tough. Now, I take delight in being able to provide […]
Chrismukkah is getting more and more popular with big shoutouts in popular culture from Seinfeld to the OC. What is Chrismukkah? It’s exactly as the name insinuates. The phrase Chrismukkah is a combination of the words Christmas and Hanukkah. When combined, they make up an inclusive holiday that […]
I see the holiday decorations all around. They seem more plentiful than the last two years. I am hearing Christmas songs everywhere. Of course, this means two things. First, I will tire of Mariah Carey within a week or so. And, yes I am out and about at […]
Two epiphanies falling into the salted tears Dreams can only carry beyond so many fears Wish I knew how I got here Wish I knew why for each step Wish I knew when none of it would matter Wish I knew how to hit the eject button The […]
Before Covid hit us, many would go around saying Christmas was bring attacked and on the verge pf being cancelled. That it needed saving. I won’t enter that debate. The irony is that a pandemic in 2020 indeed ended up canceling Christmas for many. Actually, more things than […]
“Santa baby, just slip a Sable under the tree for meBeen an awful good girlSanta baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight” Santa baby, I’ve been a really, really, good girl Santa baby, I’ve gone through hell and back Santa baby, I need a break from all the […]
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