Apparently some little Jewish kid was born in a stable - whether this was a result of Jewish frugality I don't know but Ive always found Travel Lodges to be plentiful and reasonably priced. Later that night he was visited by a couple of wise men who bestowed him with the usual tat you get at Christmas namely socks, old spice, and peanuts. After much thought (about 5 minutes worth), I have come to the conclusion that this is the reason why we shop like a beggar who has won the lottery during December.
Anyway I'm digressing. Despite the supposed financial meltdown that Gordon Brown is saving us from there was no shortage of seasonal shoppers in town this weekend - each one of them carried bags filled to bursting point. I also noticed that pretty much every shop had some sort of sale in effect. If the effect of a recession is cheaper prices then I'm all for it. I realise that Our Lord Protector Gordon Brown will arse rob us in the years to come with ever higher taxes but at least we can have one last hurrah before the taxation-buggery commences.
One Last Thing: Merry Christmas One and All. I hope you have a great time.
