Christmas Countdown Day 12: Christmas Magazines!
When I visit the supermarket during the holiday season (which starts earlier and earlier each year), I don't hum along with the Muzak carols. The old tune "Secret Agent Man" runs through my head as I survey the most egregious agents of Christmas Excess: Christmas magazines.
They sneak into the racks in September, and by November 1st, they're everywhere. Oh, the glowing turkeys and lavish gift wraps! Who can resist the cheery covers, the promised joys?
You can, that's who. Today, we take aim on the secret agents of Christmas overkill: Christmas magazines.
to do today: Christmas magazines reality check
If there's a single factor that creates more ambivalence, more stress, and more anxiety at the holidays than any other, it's Christmas publications.
Their insouciant air persuades far too many folks to go overboard at the holidays. Whether food, decor, gifts or traditions, the Christmas magazine peddles consumer excess. Believe what they're selling, and you're practically guaranteed a stress-filled, anxious holiday season.
Yes, they're great sources for ideas and recipes. Just be careful! Today's essay,
The Secret Life of Christmas Magazines, exposes the myth behind the magazine. Get armed!
The Secret Life of Christmas Magazines
today's recipe ...
Super simple no-beat candy, Gramps' Goodies are usually known as Haystacks. But in our house, CEO's Gramps Miller made 'em, so Gramps named 'em!
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