We need a little break in the solemn Christmas processional and the unrelenting march to this most sacred Christian tradition. We need a little air and space in the claustrophobic rush and cramped crush of the season. Most of all, we need a little Christmas cheek to counteract all the seriousness of the world at the moment. And that is something I can provide – perhaps the only thing I can provide these days – so let me turn on my cheeky charm, turn around and pose by the Charlie Brown Christmas tree, and post a Christmas bop by the Jackson Five.
Levity and brevity – that’s the aim for what remains of our holiday season. Whether that’s in clothing or gatherings or just making it through the damn day. Drop the seat, kick the beat, all-you-can-eat. ‘Tis the damn season. Make it merry.
