It Doesn’t Go Without Saying

Here on the cusp of the biggest holiday week of the year, it seems nearly everything that needs to be said already has been: "Seasons greetings!" "Happy Hanukkah!" "Merry Christmas!" "Thank you!" "Best wishes for the new year!" "Don't forget your mittens!" We've said them all—with feeling—upon arrival, departure and when raising cups of cheer. The truth is, the warmth and care of traditional holiday greetings really can't be repeated too often. So, yes, we have three more things we'd like to say to you.

Originally published December 22, 2011 0 1