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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1972
Page
9
A LA Times essay by Joan Wixen laments holiday excess and consumer waste. She recalls family traditions while critiquing gift overbuying, inconvenient returns, and social pressures that turn goodwill into hypocritical stress for her family of three.
The columnist voices disillusion with seasonal cheer arguing that New Year parties force happiness and shallow pretense. They reflect on loneliness, mental strain, and personal goals, suggesting a somber, honest approach to holiday feelings.
Readers share simple decor ideas for the holiday season. White nylon net with blue foil creates snow effects, red poinsettias add color, and other tips include diaper bag readiness, pumice blocks for bathroom cleaning, and making quick ornaments from pot pie tins.
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