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What song gives you the most holiday cheer?
Submitted by Roxy.

I'm a southern girl, so naturally, it's the Alabama Christmas album.  (Naturally.)  From that, it's nearly impossible to pick a favorite.  "Christmas in Dixie" is classic.  "Thistlehair the Christmas Bear" was my favorite when I was little, so it holds a special place in my heart.  "Happy Holidays" reminds me of making holiday cut-out cookies with my mom and my sister.  "Christmas Memories" ... makes me cry now.  (sigh)

I tried to listen to that album while I was baking the other day.  I had to switch to something else.  Turns out, I can't handle listening to that if I'm not at home, surrounded by my family.  That's special, though.  I don't mind.  I'll keep that a family thing.

I admit, the one thing that got me through my hectic travels over Thanksgiving ... was Christmas music.  Interestingly, I love the Kenny G Christmas stuff.  (I bought some massive pack of songs through iTunes last year.)  My favorites from those: "The First Noel," "O Holy Night" and "Ave Maria."  There's something about all these ... I find myself taking a deep breath and relaxing without concious effort.