How many times has this happened to you, “…we said no gifts!”, But you find out she got you one for Christmas. What do you do? This came up this morning on The Mike & Carla Morning Show.
So, how do you handle the “no gift rule” in your house? You both agree to no gifts, let’s focus on the kids and/or grandkids. But, needless to say, someone always caves in and your left there looking like an idiot!
“I thought we said no gifts???” What happened to that whole idea? Mike O’Brian thinks that if the woman brings up the no gift rule, it’s a trick. In the case of the O’Brian’s, they usually talk to each other and decide their gift to each other is upgrading their home or a vacation.
For example, this past year, they upgraded their cabinets in the kitchen…how romantic right? Well, that was their Christmas gift to each other. Deciding to focus on their kids and grandkids.
What Happens When You Say “No Gifts This Year”
Listeners calling in and texting in had other ideas though. Some have gone through this ruse and have seen right through it. Most guys said, be prepared…have some backup gifts planted at home somewhere just in case.
One woman said that she and her husband have an unwritten rule of spending no more than $50 on each other. She said it doesn’t sound like much, but with coupons you can really load up!
Now there’s an article from Mumsnet that talks about this very thing. Not a lot of happy people on this thread. Most people think, if you say “NO GIFTS”, you mean no gifts…end of story!
Before the holidays, do yourself a favor and listen to the segment from this morning. Hear what others had to say about this situation and then you decide what you would do.
5 Muppet Christmas Movies That Will Fill You With Festive Joy
When it comes to holiday movies, nobody does it like the Muppets. These lovable creatures know how to throw Christmas spirit in your face with just the right mix of heart, humor, and complete insanity. They’ve got something for everyone… Comedy, heartfelt songs, and even moments that sneak up and make you go, “Damn, why am I crying over a talking frog?” Muppet Christmas movies are proof that the holidays don’t have to be perfect to be magical. They just have to be full of love, laughs, and maybe a turkey or two running for its life.
The Muppets have mastered the art of taking classic Christmas tales and putting their wild spin on them. And when they’re not reworking Charles Dickens or George Bailey’s life, they’re coming up with their own bonkers holiday stories that somehow still capture the true meaning of Christmas. It’s the kind of joyful chaos you want during the holidays, like when your family is fighting over the last slice of pie, but deep down, you know everyone’s having having a blast doing it. That’s a Muppet Christmas movie.,
What makes Muppet Christmas movies stand out is they’ll cast Michael Caine as Scrooge and surround him with singing rats! Or they’ll make Kermit question his existence while Miss Piggy hilariously spirals. Don’t we all? And then there’s the catchy tunes that you’ll hum all season long, even if you don’t want to admit it. You love it.
Whether it’s a cozy jug-band in a small town or Gonzo pretending he’s Charles Dickens, every Muppet Christmas movie has something special. Sure they’re silly, but they always remind me that Christmas isn’t about perfection, it’s about showing up for the people (or Muppets) you love.
The 5 Best Muppet Christmas Movies:
The Muppet Christmas Carol
This is the Christmas classic. Gonzo as Charles Dickens? Genius. Michael Caine giving Oscar level acting surrounded by singing frogs and rats? Unmatched.
A Muppet Family Christmas
It’s like the Muppet version of a potluck. You’ve got Muppets, Sesame Street, and Fraggle Rock in one big holiday mashup. And yes, Miss Piggy arrives dramatically late, because she’s a star.
The Muppets’ Christmas: Letters to Santa
A heartfelt road trip to deliver lost letters to Santa. It’s sweet, it’s silly, and Pepe the Prawn steals the show with his one-liners. This one is special.
It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie
The Muppets go full It’s a Wonderful Life here, with Kermit wondering what life would be like if he’d never existed. Spoiler: Miss Piggy becomes a washed-up reality star. Iconic.
Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas
This one’s pure, old-school Jim Henson charm. Emmet Otter and his friends bring small-town sweetness and banjo vibes while chasing their dreams. It’s about family, music, and holiday spirit, wrapped up in a jug-band jam session.
Mike O’Brian is the Program Director and Morning Show host on 96.3 KKLZ in Las Vegas, along with Carla Rea. He has been with the Beasley Media Group for almost 23 years. Mike was named one of the “Best Program Directors In America” by Radio Ink magazine. Over the years, “The Mike & Carla Morning Show” have been presented with a number of proclamations for their work in the community and numerous awards. Having lived in Las Vegas for over 35 years, he writes articles on living in Las Vegas, sports, and odd stories happening within the state of Nevada.
Mike is the host of the morning show and program director of 96.3 KKLZ/Las Vegas. He has been doing mornings in Las Vegas for the past 38 years. Over the years, he has hosted a numerous amount of community events and has been the P.A. announcer for a number of sports teams in Las Vegas. He has written on living in Las Vegas, the sports teams here, as well as odd & little-known facts about Las Vegas & Nevada.
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