The amateurs’ shopping season has begun, which means that from now until January seasoned pros like myself will be avoiding the malls at all costs. That goes for Wolf Road as well, especially if that Toys R Us is still open and operating. (When a police car needs to be stationed at a place for Christmas, things have gotten out of hand.) There are other hustles and bustles in which I’d rather be involved.
As for the start of the holiday season, my Grinch-like tendencies have softened over the years, and the secret way I once loved Christmas has not been a secret for quite some time. We need this bit of warmth and coziness at such a cold time of the year. We need all the light and sparkle we can muster when the nights are at their darkest and longest. Give in to the cheer – it’s always easier than fighting it.
Soon, the traditions of the holidays will be rolling in – from my Boston Holiday Stroll to the Children’s Holiday Hour to our annual Holiday Party. The constant in all of these happy events: family and friends. It’s the only way to make it through the winter.
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