“The Countdown to Christmas”…

Like over 80 million other viewers, I have been watching the Hallmark Christmas movies since the end of October.  On weekdays, movies from past years are replayed and on Saturday and Sunday, the new releases are aired  If you are having trouble getting into the Christmas spirit, set aside a couple of hours to get completely immersed in gingerbread cookies and eggnog!

Every Hallmark Christmas movie has the same plot.  City girl goes back to her (small) hometown to visit family over the holidays, meets a boy (often a handsome old flame), sparks fly, then comes some conflict, and always ends with a “happily ever after”.  Does that formula ever get old?

Have you watched more TV in the past two years than at any time in your life?  I know I have. Much of that time has been during some stage of lockdown or restriction, making socializing with friends and family impossible at times.  My remote control has offered a much-needed escape from reality…the batteries changed more than once!

As you know, not all network TV, cable news, or streaming services are created for easy viewing.  The breaking news is not usually great, and violence and greed are often at the heart of the storylines in mainstream programming.  Even in the latest take on “Sex and the City”, (And Just Like That), Big dies…why!!!

The Hallmark Christmas movies take us away to quaint small towns where everyone cares of one another, twinkling lights, and freshly fallen snow.  What better way to countdown to Christmas!

xox Judy