Close to Christmas, 2021
A year that began in turmoil appears to be gearing up to end in a similar state.
Even the cliches seem to be not up to the task. With uncertainty gone exponential (and how else would you describe the uncertain uncertainty of the moment?) I find myself torn between Advil and Jameson’s. It’s no help that my oven has died and so I must somehow conjure up a stovetop holiday meal.
While I take a little time cogitating on the best way to address that problem, let me share a simple thought about the season. At a time of year when our hemisphere is more dark than light, we celebrate life. It’s no mystery to me why my Bavarian ancestors and other peoples across Europe chose to festoon trees with. garland and candles. The central Christian feast of the winter is, after all, a birthday party–a celebration of life, and light.
In that spirit, I salute all who are celebrating the great gift of life.
See you next week with the year-end playlist.
An Honest Con 