I had to listen to Christmas songs that were performed by the US Navy band on Monday. Went out to eat with my foster parents (we're real tight) on Veteran's Day and the restaurant was playing the US Navy orchestra. Made it listenable.
Full confession: When my ADHD is just really kicking my butt, and I have the worst block on a project at work: I put on Christmas music. And it gets me going. No matter the time of year. I can't explain it. But it always works when I get to the point of serious desperation.
Meh. I was subjected to a truly loud and exuberant set of Xmas songs when I went into the Starbucks to grab a hit of caffeine.
I retreated in disarray.
My daughter wants 24/7 holiday music right after Halloween, but I'm firmly committed to Dec 1st.
My wife wants to decorate over Thanksgiving, but I resolutely insist on Dec 1st.
Every year, I lose ground. Daughter's dorm room is already decorated, & boxes are already in our living room.
I went to a department store with the family over the weekend. Store music *subtle* mixed in holiday music. Found myself humming Mariah Carey rest of the weekend. Was not particularly happy about it.
Me, just a bit ago:
My strict rule to preserve the Thanksgiving holiday:
no Christmas movies or decorations until after Thanksgiving.
But not this year, Bucko.
Haul out the holly!
[& I'm going to a Christmas show on Thurs!]
Since I’ve had to scrub listening to news in my car, have been listening to Xmas music too. It’s been a good escape for now but I might be over it by Thanksgiving.
Don’t feel bad. I found the Christmas tree/fireplace/carols screensaver on my TV today and it makes me smile. We could all use a little holiday joy in our lives right now, so do whatever it takes! 🥰
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We've been singing Christmas carols since SEPTEMBER.
Me at every rehearsal.
I retreated in disarray.
My wife wants to decorate over Thanksgiving, but I resolutely insist on Dec 1st.
Every year, I lose ground. Daughter's dorm room is already decorated, & boxes are already in our living room.
Lord, fuck, please.
Tell me it was not Scary Carey.
I. Just. Can't.
https://youtu.be/hUlMr_zL9Aw?si=RWreNT7_zymgLLm_
You will be proud to listen to it, trust me.
Christmas carols are beautiful. And we’re gonna need some beauty.
I shall pray for you to whatever gods we have left and adore.
My strict rule to preserve the Thanksgiving holiday:
no Christmas movies or decorations until after Thanksgiving.
But not this year, Bucko.
Haul out the holly!
[& I'm going to a Christmas show on Thurs!]
The horror
I forgive you, enjoy!! 🥳🥳🥳