Bootwhistle
It's the end of the world as we know it! Though that can really apply to any given moment in time since essentially every passing moment means the end of the known world and a start of a different one.... too much I know, just thought a little philosphical gibberish would be fun.
So anyway, something is fast approaching as evidenced by the increasing frequancy of jolly jingles on the radio and the appearance of related lights, trees, banners, fat guys in suits (no, not a cosplay convention), it's Christmas. Already one can sense that tension in the air... the stores become busier, the people more frantic, the roads more icy... hmm, ok that just because we live in Canada, but my point is that though the Christmas season is supposed to filled with good will toward humanity, consumerism takes an equal if not more important part.
But for all it's faults Christmas is still a great time of year, and as long as some people can find some joy to spread, I think that makes up for all the 'side effects' of the Christmas season. Though for this year I'm going to at least try to get involved in some volunteering effort, since there's only so much one can take before they have to give back... I guess, haven't really taken that much so not sure what the actual limit is, and I think it would be rather fun to find out. - Oh well, maybe after Christmas.