I couldn't have ranted it better myself.
About 7 yrs ago though I became a father & I get such a buzz from my children at Christmas. Their expectations are not too high, I am determined that they will appreciate what they get & know "please" & "thank you".
This is a magical time for them & their ages are perfect.
I made a pact with myself to suspend my bah-humbuggery for another ten yrs. then it's back to hating it all. Christmas in NYC was my best ever, because it wasn't here & I could eat Noodles for dinner - not a fuckin' dry turkey in sight.

Well done mousey.