Some kind of carb paired with a bird. A tightly squeezed checking account. And a household that gets a bit more chaotic, reaching towards a calm and peaceful holiday.

A three-sentence ode to Christmas.

Was it the bird that caught your attention? The money realities? Or that crafted chaos we know (and somehow seem to love) all too well during the holidays? 

Regardless of where I pulled you in, you're here. That's because when we use real, relatable examples in our writing, we're speaking to humans. And touching on universal truths that many of us feel and experience. 

The catch? It'll never be perfect, because life--and especially holidays--is nuanced. When in doubt, toss out the clichés of 'stuffed stockings' (some cultures leave out shoes) or 'Santa' (he's not everyone's OG holiday mascot). And lean into the tangible, earthly side of things. 

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