I feel a bit odd about sponsored Christmas trees. It seems a little against the spirit of the season to have a big ol’ tree surrounded by advertising. However, I do like a big ol’ tree, so I appreciate people spending some money on one. But then again, I don’t feel too festive when I wonder if the tree is just an advertising vehicle. Read the rest of this entry »
This gives me shivers, so beautiful and moving. Such a powerful yet restrained performance, such a simple yet clever arrangement. Everything in service to the song.
My walk from the station to my office takes me through the City of London and I pass a lot of office buildings. Some are grand and imposing, others much less so. Some shabby, some smart. Read the rest of this entry »
While I’m not quite ready for sleigh-bells, I am ready for Christmas songs. I love them far more than is strictly necessary. This is one of those rare examples of a Christmas song that would work just as well if it wasn’t about Christmas. I first heard it on the Big Rock Candy Mountain blog, who with any luck will be sharing a bunch of cool Christmas songs very soon…
Christmas! Christmas is on its way! And we’re allowed to say that today, as today is actually December. Read the rest of this entry »
Wait until next year 