...and the boys of the NYPD choir were singing Galway Bay, and the bells were ringing out for Christmas Day.
Wasn't really in the Christmas mood this year, until I went out this morning to finish up (IE: start) my shopping. I absolutely LOVE being out on Christmas Eve - the crowded malls, the music in the air, Santa Clauses everywhere, store clerks with actual, genuine smiles on their face...I think I ever prefer today over tomorrow, really.
A truly magical time of the year, and I wish a sincere Happy Holidays to everyone here :)
And to help everyone get in the mood - or depress the Hell out of everyone - here's one of my all-time favourite songs of the season:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjEIP6otc4Y
...or, if you'd prefer a slightly cheerier alternative:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jlf---13Q0g