Why am I writing a blog on Christmas? Can't we get a break?

Today is the day where we get more presents, and that means more to our collection of dvds. Every Christmas or birthday, we usually get at least one Disney movie to add to our cool collection. This time we got Cinderella and the Fox and the Hound, which are both pretty awesome movies. I think everyone should have Disney movies because they are the best.
One reason why they are so good, is because they are all rated G or PG, because they are primarily made for kids, even though many older people enjoy them too. There is nothing you have to edit out or screen from the littler people watching it, and it does not make it uncomfortable to watch the movie.
Also, even though they are made for kids, they are still entertaining to watch. Actually, kids don't get all of the jokes in the movies, so it is better to watch them again when you are older, and you can be happy again.
Of course the best reason, though, is because since Disney is retarded and they only have movies out for a "limited time only", many years to come, these priceless movies could be worth more than you bought them for. It's great. You have something that will bring you money later in the future, or just pride that you have these great masterpieces.
Well, that's that. Disney movies are awesome, and I think I'll go watch one now.

While in my history class, we were told to watch and see if we could tell why this movie was anti-communist propoganda. I just thought, "Yeah, whatever, they're clones wanting to take over people's bodies. But delving deeper into the film (eew, did I just say that?) I found that "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" has hints that it is an anti-communist film.

The way I came to this conclusion was not easy, expecially with the scary pods and body snatchers that have nothing to do with communism. The main character, Miles, stated at the beginning of the film that the town looked exactly the same, like nothing was different. THis is like what the United States was like during the Red Scare; the communists blended in well with the democrats. But there were some people who accused them of being something they weren't, just like in the movie.

The body snatchers are liek the communists because they wanted everyone to be the same, and it was like they had no feeling. It was like they believed that life was much easier without emotion and feeling. The communists believed that everyone should be the same and no variety, just like the body snatchers were.

Miles had a monologue during the movie where he said that people change and harden their hearts. The people that fight against communists, or body snatchars, realize how important their lives are and want to keep fighting against them. The communists, and the body snatchers were spreading quickly around the world. The United States believed that the Red Scare was a plague, and communism was a disease. The "normal people" seemed to be worried about what was going on around the world, just like back then.

So because of these reasons, this is why this movie is anti-communist propoganda.

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

As winter approaches, the air gets colder, and days seem drearier, but there is one thing that keeps our spirits up. Yes, that is Christmas. Even during the coldest most depressing time of the year, we know how to make it bright and happy. Colored lights light up the city, along with trees decorated with crazy ornaments of all shapes and sizes. There is music wherever you go, reminding you of Christmas, and of course the anticipation of the day which is soon to come. This is also the time that we remember the Lord more, and we celebrate his birth. (Hopefully.) Because of these things, December, and more importantly, Christmas, is the "most wonderful time of the year".

The leaves have fallen from the trees, exposing them to the cold, sunless sky. The appearance of dead things would normally make people sad, but what do we do? Wrap them up in stringy colored lights, and people are happy. The winter is so bleak and cold, causing everyone to have to wrap up in layers upon layers of clothes. (Like the little brother on 'A Christmas Story'; "I can't put my arms down!!!") But no one minds, it is snowing, and they can see the happy red and green decorations all over, wherever they go. The human race is really easily pleased, especially when it is the time they can complain the most.

If you are in your car, or at work, or shopping, you will hear Christmas music; no doubt about it. There is the happy Santa Clause music and the more calm, religious music. It is the only time of the year that you can actually protect yourselves from the naughty worldly songs, because the only naughty song they play on the radio in December is "I saw Mommy kissing Santa Clause". The music can lift your spirits, and make you smile, unlike the songs they play the other 11 months of the year that just take you back to the world.

I think one of the greatest things about Christmas, though, is little kids. They are so excited for Christmas, shaking boxes they find under the tree and singing songs all the time. Parents are rushing to stores while their kids are still in school, and by daybreak on Christmas morning, all the wrapping from the presents is on the floor or they are yelling and screaming trying to get their family up. The other thing with kids is that you can make any one of them believe in Santa Clause, except for those sissies who think 'their parents' put all those presents there and eat their cookies.

But the greatest thing about Christmas is the celebration of Jesus's birth. Some people believe we should not say, "Merry Christmas" to people while they shop because we are throwing religion at people; but THAT IS WHAT CHRISTMAS IS ALL ABOUT! It is kind of obvious especially since his name is in Christmas. Even those crazies (no offence) who say we should call Christmas break winter break are taking it too far; we have a break to celebrate Christmas, so that is what it is. The majority of people living in the United States are Christian, so why should we take the Lord's name out of his birthday to please other people living here? (I am sorry to anyone who reads this and is offended, I am just stating my thoughts.)
Anyways, that was a bit off the subject. (So back to where I was...) But the greatest thing about Christmas is the celebration of Jesus's birth. It helps us realize that Christmas is not about the presents and the big trees, but it is about service, and giving, and love. That is what Christ's whole life was about, and Christmas reminds us that we should help others, especially the people that are alone on Christmas, and the people that cannot afford to buy their kids lots of presents. It is the time to think about more than just yourself.

I love Christmas, and I plan to make it the best one yet.

It seems that the most annoying people are the ones to complain the most. Sometimes they are scary because of how impatient and rude they are. Then there are the people that are just pessimistic and need to tell everyone they meet what is wrong. Then there are the people that you just like, because of their optimism and sillyness, if it's intentional or not. I meet these people every day at work. I just wonder why people have to be so rude when they slave all day to try to get them what they want.

Yesterday I had an encounter with one of these people. A man was coming through the drivethrough last night while it was snowing. When impatient people come through, I worry and hope that I will do everything right, and fast so they will hopefully not be so mean to people like me. Except every time this happens, I mess up at least twice. The thing is some people don't realize that if they yell into the speaker, it messes up, and I can't hear what they are saying, just some random yell. He got mad and left without the sandwich. (I'd rather not go into detail, it was too humiliating.) The problem with people like that is they only think of themselves and not of the effort other people go through. If this guy had just been patient, he would have got what he wanted in the end. Though I do understand it was snowing, and it must have been cold with the window open, it is his fault for going through where verbal communication is not so great.

Then there are the pessimistic people. I guess some of them just think that everyone cares about what they have to say. But in reality, no one cares. I sure don't. One day during the summer, this old lady came in to get a sandwich with her daughter-in-law and her two granddaughters. As I was taking her money, she was arguing with her granddaughter and the girl ran into the bathroom crying. The grandma started going off about how annoying she is. I could tell by her attitude that she basically hated her. I did not want to sympathize with her, because I did not care. I guess she expected me to care. I just hope that her personality did not rub off on her family, because no one wants to deal with people's problems. (Well, some people do.) After I was done with her money, I said, "Have a good day," and she said, "Psh!!! Yeah, like I actually will." The daughter-in-law came up and apologized for me having to put up with the crazy lady, and so did the next lady in line.

There are some people, though, that are happy fun people, who I like working for. There are people who ask for the "Football Meatlong" and ask for the white cheese when all of it is white. These people make my day happy, without even meaning to. They are the people that make all the other annoying people worth serving. Life is so much easier when you smile and say thank you.

So, there are the annoying people, who are mean and pessimistic, or the silly ones who don't mind being stupid and smile all the time. Life is just so much more enjoyable if everyone tried to be happy.