Of Elves and Goofy Sweaters
I finally found it! For those who never quite understood the whole Christmas scene, the Web site “How Stuff Works” has a special page on “How Christmas Works.” Want to know why Christmas is celebrated on only one day when the song says there are 12? How about why everyone – even Californians and Floridians – claim to dream of a white Christmas? And, of course the biggest mystery of them all … why people actually enjoy hearing the same songs over and over again.
For those who don’t need a primer on Christmas, there are also some very cool Christmas sites out there for one last hurrah before the ripped up wrapping paper and mangled bows all get shoved into Hefty bags. Check out Office Max’s “Elf Yourself” game. All you need is a headshot and you or a friend can be a true dancing elfin fool. Or, there’s another favorite of mine, the “Make a Garish Holiday Sweater” game. You can appliqué the most horrendous reindeer and mittens onto the brightest of knits. Then, send your creation to a special someone. Now, if someone can just explain to me WHY people wear those things…
One thing I do know … it’s a day to spread some good cheer. I hope you’re all the recipients of many good spirits during the holiday. Enjoy!
