Tag Archives: Christmas notes

Christmas Note #14 — Peppermint Fudge

Posted on December 15, 2012 by kymlucas

I love Family Fun magazine, despite the facts that it’s owned by Disney and geared to younger children. I really have no reason to read it these days since our only offspring can be considered a child only if you employ vast … Continue reading →

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Christmas Note #13 — Peace on Earth

Posted on December 14, 2012 by kymlucas

I was going to save this for Christmas Eve — it’s my favorite Christmas carol.  But after today’s events, I decided we needed it early. Peace on earth, can it be? “I pray my wish will come true, for my … Continue reading →

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Christmas Note #10 — Jackson Browne, “The Rebel Jesus”

Posted on December 12, 2012 by kymlucas

It’s sad to realize that love and charity are still often looked upon as rebellious ideas.

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Christmas Note #8: Christmas Lights by Coldplay

Posted on December 11, 2012 by kymlucas

This one’s for Sarah, who shared the second video on Facebook. Another lovely Christmas song, this one by Coldplay. Your choice of two versions — one with the whole band, and one with just Chris. The sound quality is somewhat … Continue reading →

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Christmas Note #7 — A reminder of what Christmas is

Posted on December 10, 2012 by kymlucas

Would you give your boots to a stranger? A homeless beggar? Would I? I’d like to say yes, but the truth is I doubt it. I have a tendency to be a bit self-righteous, thinking — though I hate to … Continue reading →

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Christmas Note #6 — Santa Mob Addendum

Posted on December 9, 2012 by kymlucas

imageB950001.jpg, a photo by ladywriter47 on Flickr. Santas step out for a smoke.

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Christmas Note #5: Hipster Cards

Posted on December 9, 2012 by kymlucas

Hipster cards at http://www.hipstercards.com — seriously the best ecards ever. This one is from http://hipstercards.com/compose.php?id=2796

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Christmas Note #6 — The Santa Mob

Posted on December 9, 2012 by kymlucas

1208122105.jpg, a photo by ladywriter47 on Flickr. Santa mob @ Grt. Lakes Brewing Co Unfortunately, this picture doesn’t capture the true, slightly claustrophobic experience of being surrounded by dozens of Santas. The Santa mob was doing their annual Cleveland Christmas … Continue reading →

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Christmas Note #3: U2 “Peace on Earth”

Posted on December 7, 2012 by kymlucas

Not surprisingly, the band U2 has a darker view of peace on earth, but this is still a lovely song.

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Christmas Note #2: Music Theory Explained Using a Classic Christmas Carol

Posted on December 6, 2012 by kymlucas

Unfortunately, I still don’t understand it. Sigh. Thanks to my friend Pat, for sharing.

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