The real deal

 Does anyone still get a real tree anymore? They get more expensive every year and artificial ones are good for multiple years for roughly the cost of 2 real trees. 

My dad used to get them until he stopped about 8 years ago because they kept getting more expansive. I see tree tents in town but at the prices they're asking for, I don't see why you wouldn't won't one pre-lit and easy to set up?

Maybe it's just me. Are you someone who gets a real tree every year or do you go full fake like myself?

Have a good weekend folks!

Christmas Goose

 This used to be the traditional meal served at Christmas years ago. But do you know anyone who's actually tried one or if they sell them anymore??

To be honest, I'd get one if they were available. I'd kinda like to try it out. Would it beat a turkey? I doubt it. 

For that matter, has anyone even had ham? I have. Well....for Thanksgiving I guess I should say. Not Christmas. Way back in the early days when I got married we hosted Thanksgiving for her family. To switch things up, I made ham. It was good. I'd have it for Xmas too I suppose. I'm impartial. 

What about you folks? Anyone had goose??

Advent Calendar

 I don't get it. It's a calendar and a countdown clock to Xmas. Big whoop. I see all kinds of these in stores and online. Something for everyone. But why?? Seems like a hassle to me. I never want to see one of these around my house. Thankfully the Mrs hasn't ever bought one so I guess she's not into it either. 

What about you folks? Do you buy advent calendar's every year? 

Frankenstein (review)

 Who knew I'd be interested in watching yet another movie based off this book? There's good scenery, good acting and overall, a fine story. Is it the best version of the movie? Sure. But looking around at its competition is that really saying much? 

Yes, I enjoyed the film. I was engaged the whole time. Is it one of the best movies I've seen this year? No, but it's certainly one of the better. 

I know this isn't sounding like a ringing endorsement but if you're interested, you should check this one out. It was worth my time so in saying that, it's gets a "thumbs up" from me. 

Good Fortune (review)

 Decided to give this one a try because I love John Wick so much and I like to imagine this is Wick after he died in 4 and is now an Angel with a sense of humor. 

All kidding put aside, this is an ok film. The angel Gabriel, who is responsible for saving people who text and drive, tries turning a "lost soul" around by giving him the lavish life he craves. The problem? All that money solves the guys problems, he hasn't learned a thing and he doesn't want to go back to his old life. 

It's a twist on a common story arc and for that I'll give it credit. However, without Reeves in  this movie, the story offers few laughs and a decent plot. If you're a fan or Mr Reeves, go for it. If not, skip it. 

Items BANNED from this House (5)

 Kinetic Sand, play dough, slime, etc. ALL BANNED. In less then an hour I'm picking it out of the carpet. My wife will buy them some every now and then and the moment they leave it out, I chuck it. 

Absolute worst!!

Ok, I'm done griping like an old man. Tis the season though right? 

Have a good weekend folks!

Items BANNED from this House (4)

 My girls will have someone this Christmas, give them a make up kit. It's happened every year for the past 3 years. And each year, I wait until we gather up all the gifts. Move these to the side and silently throw them away with the boxes and wrapping paper. 

Last year Megan found them in the garbage can and rescued them and wisely hid them from me for almost 6 months until I saw them and got rid of them the moment no one was home. 

Why? Nail polish STILL in the carpet and it will never come out. 

I'm prepared this year to throw more kits away.