Why do we even bother? Do the benefits really outweigh the effort? Does anyone actually care about holiday cards? Like, really care? Here are nine reasons to think about skipping them this year.
1. The Letter
You feel compelled to write one, despite the general consensus that most of these letters are barely worth a glance. You pressure yourself to make yours engaging, but the editing process turns into a long, tedious ordeal. In the end, you hope that at least your mom will read it cover to cover (she probably won’t).
2. The Paper
You can’t just print your heartfelt message on plain white paper, or it’ll end up in the recycling bin faster than you can say “holiday cheer.” “Oh, nice touch with the printer paper. Next year, why not use a brown crayon on notebook paper for that extra flair?”
3. The Format
After picking paper that reflects your family’s vibe, you’ll spend hours formatting it perfectly. But then, you discover that the snowman’s boot is blocking your “Happy Holidays” message. You’ll find yourself resizing fonts to a point only a Christmas elf could read, and finally settle for a bold “Happy Holidays” while downing a glass of wine.
4. The Family Photo
Choosing one picture seems easy until you realize you don’t have a single photo that doesn’t make your family look like a collection of misfits. “How is it possible we can’t find one decent picture from the entire year?”
5. The Family Photo, Plan B
Opting for a collage instead, you start frantically cropping and arranging photos in a desperate attempt to impress. Your goal? A display that screams, “Look how adorable we are!” while also wishing for world peace.
6. The Address List
Oh joy, the address hunt! A few of your friends have moved, just to make your life harder. You briefly consider dropping them from your list for being so inconsiderate, but ultimately decide to track them down to avoid disappointing them. You’re a good friend, after all!
7. Stuffing the Envelopes
With labels ready and a small fortune spent on postage, the tedious stuffing begins. Of course, your letter doesn’t fit in the envelopes you bought, leading to an awkward folding process that crinkles your photo. “Great, now Buddy’s face looks like a mess, and I have no backups!”
8. Toxic Ingestion
The licking begins, and it’s as awful as it sounds. Your husband suggests using a damp sponge, but you stubbornly continue licking because, hey, you’re not about to give up now!
9. The Sad Truth
“I KNOW YOU THROW AWAY ALL OF YOUR CHRISTMAS CARDS, JUST LIKE I DO!”
So, why put yourself through this year after year? With all the hassle involved, it might be time to consider alternatives for spreading holiday cheer. If you’re interested in more stress-free options, check out our other posts at Intracervical Insemination. For a comprehensive guide on home insemination, Make a Mom is an excellent resource. Also, Hopkins Medicine offers valuable information on pregnancy and home insemination.
Summary
This holiday season, consider skipping the traditional card-making process. From the stress of writing the perfect letter to the frustration of managing photo selections and envelopes, it may be more enjoyable to find alternative ways to connect with loved ones.