Rejoice, Rejoice, the old hymn sings. You fly from store to store, checking lists and spending more. Rejoice, Rejoice, the Pastor declares. But you are shopping the sales for clothes and housewares. Rejoice, Rejoice, beat the depths of your heart. But you’re feeling the pressure to add to cart! While the poem may be silly, the sentiment rings true. The Holiday season is a conflict in consumerism and Christ’s birth. Each year the season begins sooner and the inflatable decorations... Read more