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Just Because I'm Already In The Christmas Mood Doesn't Mean I'm Skipping Thanksgiving

Why can't we have the best of both worlds?

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Just Because I'm Already In The Christmas Mood Doesn't Mean I'm Skipping Thanksgiving
Taylor Brock

Ahhhh it's finally the most wonderful time of the year... or is it??

The time between October 31st and December 1st is arguably the most confusing time of the year. Worse than wondering who you're going to kiss on New Years, or trying to find a date for Valentine's Day, or even where to go for spring break.

This time of the year asks the serious question:

IS IT TOO EARLY TO START LISTENING TO CHRISTMAS MUSIC?

I know the overwhelming answer to this question is usually a resounding yes, but hear me out for a second. I too used to be one of those people who wouldn't even consider listening to one note of a Christmas song or looking at one Christmas light before Black Friday. I would avoid it like the plague and shame anyone who thought otherwise. But here's the thing: does it really matter?

I also really love Thanksgiving. Like really really love it (I mean who doesn't love an excuse to stuff your face and nap for a whole day and call it a holiday?) But let's be honest here, there aren't any Thanksgiving songs or movies, and a girl is trying to be festive here.

Christmas time is really the most wonderful time of the year, and I'm trying to enjoy it more than just 25 days! I'm still going to eat turkey and watch football and the parade on November 22nd. I just might have "Jingle Bells" playing in the background while I do so, is that such a big deal?

So, those of you who are already getting holly jolly, celebrate with pride and don't let anyone tell you it's too early to be happy, and those of you who used to be like me? Give it a try, you may surprise yourself with how much you love "skipping Thanksgiving" too.

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