Ho, Ho, Ho! Jingle, Jingle, Jingle, Etc.

“Oh the weather outside is frightful
But the fire is so delightful…”
Let It Snow, Jule Styne and Sammy Cahn

Well, OK. I’m from California, where the holidays are more likely to bring beach weather than snow. But I still associate this time of year with snowmen, sleighs and …sex! Sex with a snowman on a sleigh? Why not? There are worse ways to celebrate winter.

Can you tell I’m in a silly holiday mood? Something about this time of the year brings out my inner child. Girl wants to play, exchange presents by a warm fire, share holiday cheer with friends and family and generously spread love and joy everywhere! (Note to self: GET MORE MISTLETOE!)

Holiday Hysteria: the Hidden Heartache

However, remember this can also be a seriously stressful time of year (is everyone exhausted yet?), so it’s important to let your inner kid come out and play (oh please, oh please!). It’s also helpful to remember not to take it out on your partner, roommate, friend or lover. These people care about you and don’t deserve a mistletoe stake through the heart.

Here are a few suggestions for stress relief and just plain fun: make naked snow angels--but only if you have a hot tub for “after,” sing Winter Wonderland too loud (on/off key is totally optional), give/get a massage, take a luxurious bath, buy something frivolous, go to bed with a good book—or someone who’s read one. In short, be sure to put yourself on your own gift list, too (For me?! It’s just what I wanted! How did you know?).

My best wishes to one and all for a very joyous holiday season. Remember to play safe.

With Pleasure,Dr. J