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| A Christmas Story Poster |
As the holiday season approaches, I find myself revisiting one of my all-time favorite Christmas movies: "A Christmas Story." This 1983 classic, based on the book by Jean Shepherd, holds a special place in my heart. Despite its silliness and quirky humor, it never fails to bring a smile to my face.
When I was a kid, I loved watching "A Christmas Story" on TV. I would eagerly wait for it to air during the holiday season, relishing in Ralphie's misadventures and the iconic leg lamp, which I wanted for myself. My family, much like my partner Terry, didn't quite share my enthusiasm. They found the movie's silliness a bit too much, but that never stopped me from enjoying every minute of it. There's something endearing about its over-the-top moments and the nostalgic charm that transports me back to a simpler time, even though it was set in a completely different setting and years before I was born.
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| Three Lives & Company, New York, NY |
During my time in New York in 1992, I discovered the book that inspired the movie written by Jean Shepherd while shopping in the Greenwich Village bookstore across from Julius' called Three Lives & Company. I spent a couple of nights reading "In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash" and it gave me a deeper appreciation for the film's whimsical storytelling. Shepherd's writing captured the essence of childhood wonder and holiday magic, and I fell in love with it. Ever since, it's become a tradition for me to read the book each year around the holidays, adding another layer of joy to my Christmas celebrations.
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| In God We Trust All Others Pay Cash by Jean Shepherd |
While Terry may not be a fan of "A Christmas Story," he tolerates it as I embrace its quirky humor and heartwarming moments. The film's depiction of a Midwestern Christmas in the 1940s, with all its eccentricities, reminds me of the importance of embracing the silly and joyful aspects of life. It may not be everyone's cup of eggnog, but for me, it's a cherished holiday tradition that never gets old.
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