Oops sorry for the tirade, it was a bit off topic methinks. I like Jingle Bells for what it's worth, the Batman Smells version.

filmfundi78, you can now see why I don't have a tv, so I don't have to watch or listen to this inane build up! Even if I hear it in town, or see decorations at work, I am almost blind to them. I did my shopping via the net, and got them sent directly, so mI don't ever have to see the gifts! I would rather give £100 to charity, than give presents, which for the most part people don't need...if I gave good will gifts to everyone, I would have several angry people, sigh.

When did the cynicism set in? Wasn't Christmas just magical when we were children?

I had the misfortune this morning to see the Xfactor winner on GMTV. I think she may be our Xmas no1
Despite my aversion to Gary Barlow I was hoping for old times sake Take That would hang on in there, it would have been nice for Mark Owen who seems like such a lovely boy.