The Television Has Me Thinking Early: Bry's 2013 Christmas List of Needs

America's commercialism is showing its greedy head a lot earlier this year...so much so that the music and decorations began before Halloween. It's all good - I welcome the stress early, as it reminds me that I really want to avoid all stores possible this holiday and to do the majority of my shopping online.

The truth is, when I saw an Xmas commercial last night, I reminded myself that I want to buy myself new Sauconys soon. While looking online for a new pair of kicks, I thought, "Hmmm...how selfishly stubborn would it be to make a holiday wish-list at the beginning of November?" It would be absolutely selfish and that is why I post my top ten prematurely (note: even the basics I list below are not as basic as they look - I'm very particular of the kinds I want and need). This list, of course, is subject to change as I have two months to tune it.

Bry's Top-Ten Xmas Wishes, 2013

1. I need underwear bad.
2. I probably can use more socks.
3. I also need v-neck undershirts.
4. Eventually, I need a dresser (but I will take care of that).
5. I want more indoor plants to test my green thumb.
6. Permanence. A house? Job security? Purpose?
7. Happiness for my parents and two sisters.
8. A sustainable investment into the Connecticut Writing Project
9. A dog. I miss having one around (see #6)
10. Stupid crap. I love stupid crap. Anything to make me laugh.

It's interesting. As an adult, I can buy whatever I need so the holidays sort of lose their zest. I guess that is part of the fun - to find something one needs but they didn't realize it before. Like last year, I got a new pair of boots, what Nikki calls "Butters." I can't wait to wear them again. They make me smile. Of course, what I really really really need is more time to accomplish everything I set out to do. That, however, is unlikely. so the first three will suffice.