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Wanted: An Alternative Christmas Jumper

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Giving festive realness

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Annmarie O'Connor
Dec 07, 2023
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‘So this is Christmas and what have you done?’
I think it’s safe to say John Lennon wasn’t in charge of the turkey.

Do you hear what I hear? Listen closely. A bit closer. You hear that don’t you? It’s the familiar low-decibel whimper heard in early December when the season of giving kicks off and we realise we’re not ready – not even close. The worst bit? We’ve got nothing to wear. 

With tomorrow being National Christmas Jumper Day, I’ve proposed a few suggestions that should ease the bah humbugs and get you to December 26th without the holidays resembling Squid Game. You’re welcome.

Annmarie x

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