The Battle of Christmas Tunes: A Family Affair

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Every November, my family and I find ourselves embroiled in the annual Battle of the Christmas Music. It’s a classic showdown: me versus my husband and our three delightful children—who, I should add, I brought into this world after a staggering 36 hours of labor and three C-sections. This year, I’m taking a bold stand and voicing my case. I want to enjoy “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas” in peace, without the eye-rolls and sighs from the backseat of the minivan. I would love to listen to all 55 renditions of “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” without being labeled a “lame-o” by my husband.

Here are ten compelling reasons why my family should embrace my holiday music obsession:

1. Sure, I don’t often pull the “I carried each of you for 9 (actually 10) long months” card, but this year it’s happening. Without me, three of you wouldn’t be here, and one of you wouldn’t even be a dad. I’d say that warrants a few weeks of cheerful carols.
2. Contrary to what some teenagers might think, an overdose of holiday music won’t scar anyone for life or lead them down a path of crime.
3. Listening to “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)” keeps me calm and collected, especially when a certain 8-year-old bombards me with countless questions about mushrooms, only to declare he doesn’t like them.
4. If I survived two full years of hearing Elmo sing the alphabet and Steve from Blues Clues shout “We Just Got a Letter!”, then surely you can tolerate Karen Carpenter’s “Merry Christmas, Darling” for a few weeks without a meltdown.
5. If legendary artists like John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Bruce Springsteen have tackled Christmas songs, it’s safe to say they’re worth a listen in our household too.
6. Every Christmas, Santa calls on some extra helpers for holiday prep. Guess who he turns to? Yes, it’s me! Happy helpers spread festive cheer, and nothing boosts that more than a few rounds of “The Twelve Days of Christmas.”
7. What would the holiday season be without at least a few spins of “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer”?
8. Remember our wedding vows? They included sickness, health, and enduring holiday music year after year. Why don’t you recall that? Wasn’t that a significant day in your life? Don’t you love me enough to remember the promise you made 22 years ago?
9. When Mom is happy, everyone thrives. When I’m not, well, you know the drill.
10. Some of my fondest holiday memories involve nursing a newborn, decorating the Christmas tree while pregnant, and cuddling on the couch with the love of my life—all with festive melodies playing in the background.

Honestly, Christmas songs warm my heart and evoke the best memories of past holidays. And let’s be real, your survival might just depend on keeping me happy!

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In summary, embracing the joys of Christmas music isn’t just about tunes; it’s about creating cherished memories and keeping the festive spirit alive in our home.