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ALL RIGHT, SO, I HAVE A BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF THIS CHRISTMAS SHIT OR WHATEVER
LIKE, I KNOW THERE IS SOME SHEDDING TREE ALL LIT UP INVOLVED AND ONE GARGANTUAN MAN IN A RED SUIT THAT JUMPS DOWN INTO HOUSES IN A SORT OF CREEPY FASHION.
WHAT KIND OF MORON DOES THAT TO LEAVE A FEW GIFTS IN A HOUSE ANYWAY.
IS THAT REALLY ALL THERE IS TO IT OR WHAT?
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LIKE, I KNOW THERE IS SOME SHEDDING TREE ALL LIT UP INVOLVED AND ONE GARGANTUAN MAN IN A RED SUIT THAT JUMPS DOWN INTO HOUSES IN A SORT OF CREEPY FASHION.
WHAT KIND OF MORON DOES THAT TO LEAVE A FEW GIFTS IN A HOUSE ANYWAY.
IS THAT REALLY ALL THERE IS TO IT OR WHAT?
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I could very likely write an essay if you would like.
Various traditions viewed around the world, do's and don't's of decorating for the holiday, carols and caroling, how family is supposed to be the most important value of the season but falls into the shadow of gift giving as this seems to be the only tradition worth caring for judging by the media every year, and of course the amalgamation of positively delectable, delightful and divine sweets, treats and baked goods associated and often only enjoyed on this holiday and all throughout this general 'season'.
Sweets that honestly deserve to be enjoyed all year round, but I suppose are simply that much more scrumptious when one is forced to wait a year before they are able to partake in consumption of their nectarous and ambrosial flavors.
That, of course, is neither here nor there unless you have interest in said treats.
Anyway, point being, there is far more to Christmas than a jolly fat man in a red suit whose only purpose in life is to bring joy to the children of the world as well as the grand Christmas tree that is often a focal point of decoration and is a long honored tradition.
Might you have any specifics from the list I offered that sound mildly curious to you?
Also, I happen to be a breeder.
What might you be interested in?
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IN OTHER NEWS THAT MAY OR MAY NOT BE RELATED, I KIND OF NEED TO GET MY PRONGS ON AN EEVEE.
FROM WHAT I UNDERSTAND THEY HAVE A TON OF DIFFERENT EVOLUTIONARY FORMS, RIGHT?
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Over the years it was turned into a more commercial celebration shared by multiple people rather than those of the single religion that adapted it to their own prerogatives.
The commercialization is what brought about the more modern visage of Santa Claus - the gargantuan man in a red suit.
Not only is he tasked with bringing gifts to children who should be sound asleep by the time he arrives, he is sure to fill stockings hung over fire places with smaller gifts and sweets, as well as enjoy the cookies and milk left out for him by eager tots.
It also perhaps not created but accentuated and inflated the tradition of gift giving.
The hype over Christmas shopping has grown to unbelievable proportions over the years, to the point where it almost a hazard to one's physical safety to go out during certain points in December, as everyone must have the best deals on the best gifts.
This is one thing I am very grateful for being in Johto.
I have yet to see any bargain obsessed biddies fallen prey to the casualties that come with midnight opening sales, limited time offers and items which may or may not be restocked before the holiday season is over.
Along with the Christmas tree being strung up in lights, it is often seen as tradition to decorate your house and lawn in lights.
As well as various other decorations such as inflatable Santas, light up reindeer and other images of Christmas.
Christmas carols are taught to children by family and sometimes teachers in school to be sung throughout the month, and especially on Christmas eve caroling.
Another item that is not always tradition, but certainly seems to be the joke of the year, are 'ugly' sweaters themed around Christmas.
While they certainly do a wonderful job of keeping you warm, one oft finds themselves embarrassed to be wearing them.
The family aspect, while not deemed as important as the obtainment of gifts for said family any more, is also a very large part of the holiday.
Christmas Eve and Christmas are both filled with parties where you gather with friends and relatives to enjoy their company, offer them presents and share in the joy of simply being together.
As well as a grand dinner that is usually held by families capable or those who care to do so.
Turkey, ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce, yams, casseroles, and a large assortment of other staple foods for holiday dinners are made and brought by various aunts and uncles to be enjoyed by all.
And, of course, as mentioned before, Christmas baking.
This isn't necessarily a tradition, I suppose, but the holiday inspired treats are often vastly enjoyed by the populace as if they are a tradition.
Many families make it one to gather sometime during December to create such confectioneries, and the large variety from cookies to cakes to candies ensures there is something everyone can enjoy.
Though, really, it's hard to believe there is something that someone wouldn't enjoy.
Christmas confections are really some of the most splendorous, in both their rich flavors and their eye-catching decoration.
Many are, as said, inspired by the season and therefor aptly themed.
Sugar cookies in the shapes of Christmas trees, stars, snowmen, and presents, sprinkled with confectioners sugar or, appropriately named, sprinkles.
Gingerbread men and women lovingly baked as their equally gingerbread houses are built upon vanilla flavored snow, their doors crafted from cinnamon stick logs and m'n'm doorknobs, their roof carefully covered with icing shingles and a gumdrop chimney.
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Peppermint bark is spooned carefully onto wax paper in perfect sizes for consumption, cooled peanut brittle being snapped into pieces capable of eating, handmade chocolates precisely shaped to resemble reindeer and trees, painted with colored icing to achieve perfect likeness.
Truffles of all flavors - but mostly mint and rum - are wrapped in colorful foils and laid out in decorative displays, peppermint meringue whipped into peaks of perfection before separated into small servings.
Often served are puddings with cream, jello salads filled with various fruits and berries, the yams previously mentioned with marshmallows melted and browned to a beautiful golden hue on top...
[[Excuse the slight pause as she realizes she's...kind of rambling now.]]
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That's likely a good gist of all you really need to know.
On the topic of Eevees, you are certainly correct.
There are seven evolutions in total.
Water, Fire, Thunder, Psychic, Dark, Ice and Grass types.
They are, in my opinion, one of the more powerful families of Pokemon.
And I would very easily be capable of procuring you an Eevee.
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SHOULD I LEAVE YOU AND YOUR IMAGINARY GINGERBREAD HIVE ALONE FOR SOME ONE ON ONE TIME?
DOES JOHN KNOW ABOUT THIS LITTLE THING OF YOURS.
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For one, there is no 'thing' going on here.
For two, he does know, yes.
Not that there is anything to know.
But he's aware that I might have a slight affection for things of a gingerbread persuasion.
As well as sweeter things in general.
Again though, this isn't a 'thing'.
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If I were to protest 'a fucking lot', thine ears would likely fall from thine head in sufferance of such a holy rhetoric.
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I'M PRETTY SURE IT DOES, EVEN THOUGH I NOW SEE THAT MISS ROSE LALONDE HAS A SWEET FANG.
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While yes, that could very easily suffice for holy rhetoric, it was not on the subject in question and therefor null as any form of argument.
And perhaps.
Perhaps she has a sweet tooth.
Hardly worthwhile information to gather from the fountain of knowledge offered.
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I WILL DECIDE WHAT IS WORTHWHILE OUT OF THAT OR NOT.
ALL IN ALL, I DO THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME WHAT YOU DID.
AT LEAST I HAVE A BETTER IDEA WHAT ALL OF THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE IS ALL ABOUT.
WHICH IS ACTUALLY KIND OF WHAT I WOULD WANT THE EEVEE FOR.
I MEAN, I KNOW YOU MIGHT WANT TO RECONSIDER, WHAT WITH WHO THE EGG WILL EVENTUALLY END UP WITH AND ALL.
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You're quite welcome.
And Karkat, personally, if it's you asking for it I'm willing to overlook who you're giving it to.
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DO YOU THINK HE'D LIKE THAT?
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Although I'm sure he would likely go with the Water type, Vaporeon, they're all very powerful Pokemon and he certainly seems the type to enjoy the idea of having a powerful team.
Some of them the best in their types, in my opinion.
[[Not to mention the last Eridan who was here paid her 15,000P to get a hold of one when they were only 3,000P...]]
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I KIND OF BOUGHT A WATER STONE JUST BECAUSE, BUT NOW I WANT TO USE IT FOR THAT.
REALLY, I WOULD WANT ONE FOR MYSELF AS WELL, BUT THAT SEEMS VERY TACKY.
"HEY, I GOT YOU THIS VAPOREON AND THIS EEVEE FOR MYSELF!"
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That would be awfully tacky.
Did you have an evolution in mind?
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