2022 - Day 9 Entry

Christmas Vacation by Mavis Staples (as the original title sequence of the movie National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation)

Christmas

I've heard different versions of this song, but Mavis Staples is the best one for me! It reminds me of the movie and also brings it home that Christmas time is really here again. The melody is contagious, and the lyrics remind me of driving around looking at lights, waiting up for Santa, and being home on vacation from school as a kid. She also sings about 'peace and joy and love are everywhere' and it does seem like most people are more kind to one another around this time of year. 'Let the spirit of the season carry us away' is another line that I hope no matter how old we are, we can experience in one way or another. Clark Griswold is so determined to have the perfect vacation for everyone and though he has troubles, they usually find some way to make it the best that they can - hopefully so can we!