all i wanted was socks. i hate the commercialization of the whole thing. not because it's disrespectful to jesus, but because it's become the driving force of the economy in what used to be america. i don't want to play anymore. i like my truck, and i needed it. i like the movies, cuz it's my escape. i like having warm socks, cuz i don't like to wear shoes in the house, and my feet get cold. if e. wants to buy me something for christmas, i asked for socks. i also think i need a new watch band.

A few years ago we were walking past an outdoor plastic nativity scene and M. says "Just great, baby jesus." She couldn't have been more than five at the time.

PS— Getting socks on 12/25 should be mandatory.