It's that time of year again. Turkey, pumpkin pie, football games, family, and a touch of Christmas spirit. Giving thanks for those special moments in our lives. Sad to say all the warm fuzzy ends the moment we turn on the TV and are bombarded with "Black Friday" deals, see the ads on the internet, or even just drive around town. Black Friday advertisers spend millions trying to tell us that this is the best time of year to spend our hard earned money. They package their deals with pretty bows and big smiles and they make us feel good about spending more money. Do we really need all those gizmos and gadgets? Is this truly the BEST time of year to buy that new electronic splurge?
Those that venture out at 4am are showing that the madness within is alive and well in the hearts of shoppers. Many have been brainwashed into believing that they will get the best deal the earlier they get out. If they show up late, their perfect present may not be in stock. And so the frenzy continues.
More madness is evidenced with negative news articles pandering to the "politically correct" media, non-believers, and even our own politicians who tell us that Christmas is out, that not everybody believes what we believe. They tell us we need to celebrate with Happy Holidays, 'Tis the Season, or even Seasons Greetings. Have we all forgotten what Christmas is about?
