An old codger, one wild idea lead to Merry Christmas

I’ve never been much of a one for decorating my yard and front of the house with Christmas lights. Not that I have anything against them, and I certainly do my share of driving around to look at Christmas lights, it’s just that I’m lazy. 

Putting up outdoor Christmas lights is a lot of work. They’re only up for a short time, and you have to go out in the biting January wind, (when I’d rather be watching football) and take them down. Ba humbug.

I must be getting old. I have this old, pioneer-style farm wagon that I use at the Old Threshers Reunion to haul kids in the parade. It’s fun, and I get sort of get a kick out of it, probably more so than the kids. 

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