I’ve decided the news can exist without my commentaries for a couple of days while I give my mind and soul a holiday break from the mayhem. But I can never remain entirely silent for long, and so I’ve gone in search of some appropriate words for the time of year that is supposed to bring us peace, love, and hope for the future.

And I found the words in, of all places, a thought from that most joy-stealing evildoer of all . . . the Grinch himself:

“Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn’t before! What if Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store. What if Christmas … perhaps … means a little bit more!”
– Dr. Seuss: “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”

Regardless of our individual religious beliefs, there is something magical about this season: the lights, the music, the gatherings of family and friends . . . and the genuine desire to do something special for others, both for those we know and those we’ve never met who may be in need.

That spirit shouldn’t come to an end when the year does. This year especially, which has been so difficult for so many, we need to carry the love and hope with us into 2026, to make it a better year for all.

And, if I may be permitted one more quote . . . from that other reformed grouch, Ebenezer Scrooge, who perhaps said it best:

“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.”
– Charles Dickens, “A Christmas Carol”

Happy Holidays, Everyone!

Just sayin’ . . .

Brendochka
12/24/25