I am pleased to announce a limited time opportunity for you to invest in TACMRN.  Yes, that's right, now is the time for you to own a part of The All Christmas Music Radio Network.  I have to believe that I am not the only one with an addiction to Christmas songs.  I absolutely love those songs (although, I struggle a little with Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer).  Unfortunately, we only sing these songs at Christmas time.  What's up with that?  Are there secret laws preventing Christmas songs outside of the Christmas season?  I can see the scene now,

                "Is there a problem, Officer?"

                "I'm afraid so, Sir.  Did I hear you singing Joy to the World?"

                "Yes, Officer, you did. It's a wonderful song isn't it?"

                "That's true, Sir, but I'm going to have to cite you for a 12-25 violation."

                "A what?"

                "That's a 12-25 violation, Sir."

                "What's that, Officer?"

                "That's singing Christmas songs outside of the legal season." 

                "No kidding?  There's really laws?"

                "Yes there is.  Here's your ticket.  Enjoy your Labor Day, Sir."

    For me, there is nothing better than radio stations switching over to all Christmas music for their programming.  You have to understand that I even dream about Carolers singing Christmas songs in wonderful harmony while standing in neat rows as shoppers linger to listen on a snowy winter night (excuse me while I get my hot chocolate).

    The holiday season is quickly approaching and I always dread the rushing around, the pressure of buying presents and attending all the parties for fear of offending someone.  But, on the other hand, I enjoy the rushing around, buying presents for everyone and attending all the parties to see friends.  I'm conflicted I guess.  The medications sometimes help.

    I wanted to be one of the first to wish you Happy Holidays.  Take time to be with family and friends.  Enjoy some time by a crackling fire.  Bake some cookies.  Read the Christmas story.  Wrap up in your favorite quilt and read a children's pciture book to any little ones that happen to be scurrying around.  (I can recommend a children's picture book if you need help!)  And, by all means, sing a Christmas song!