Schmaltzy Christmas reminiscences from childhood. Trying to not go over the top, but failing. Snow lightly falling. Caroling in the dark and cold. Freezing feet. Lights and tinsel. Beautiful tree. A new ornament every year and a star at the top. Violins and Nat King Cole roasting on an open fire. Cookies, powdered sugar and gingerbread houses. Stocking with an orange in it. Story of a Christmas gift that went awry but ends in laughter and closer family bonds. End with a moral against materialism and warm greetings to your family.

(These things practically write themselves.)

Merry Christmas.