I wouldn't hate the music as much if it weren't for the fact that stores pick out the absolute worst renditions of the most overplayed Christmas songs.
I'm going to be up in the snow again for Christmas. I'm excited about it. I probably won't ski either, mostly because I'm broke and can't afford to rent the gear. If you have the money and/or the gear, you should try though. It's always a ton of fun.
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When choosing between two evils, I always like to try the one I've never tried before. - Mae West