What Do I Want for Christmas?

"What do you want for Christmas?" What do I want? How about a brand-new Lamborghini? You know, $1 million would be the best present in the world right now.

I don't say this to my yuletide inquisitors, of course. Mainly because everyone who asks me lacks the means to fulfill my Christmas desires. So I respond pleasantly, "I'm good. As long as I have you in my life, all is well."

Yet, my sincere statement seems to satisfy no one. When Christmas rolls around, I'll receive the usual gifts that I would never buy for myself: like ties, socks, and odd knickknacks.

These well-intentioned goodies then put me in the awkward position of reciprocity. I feel that I owe my generous Santa some small token; something to show my appreciation for the money that they wasted on me.

I don't know why this one day of the entire year is such a conflict in my soul. When my friends and family need something important to overcome a rough spot in their life or need something just let them know that they are important to me, I take care of them. I do this throughout the year - with or without them knowing their benefactor. I guess the conflict is that I don't need a special day to attend those who are special to me.

So unless you have the means and desire to lavished me with some outrageous extravagant gift, and you know that I can't return the gesture in kind, save your money. Spend it on yourself, or save up for a rainy day. The upcoming year will be filled lots of rainy days anyway. In any case, don't worry about me. Just give me a smile, your warmest hug, and your heartfelt love. We will be alright.