I spent way too much time looking at Barcelona pics, so this is short.

When I first came to Rome 10 years ago, I was happy to see that Christmas was not as commercial as it was in the USA. For example, there was not really the concept of “Black Friday”. That’s changed. So this Holiday Season, I may dunk a little bit on consumer capitalism. Just a hint, a nudge or two. We’ll begin tonight.

Two selections to illustrate what it’s really all about. I never knew this, but the Beatles debuted “Love is All You Need”, (iTunes | Spotify) on the first world-wide simultaneous broadcast made possible by linking satellites. The two-hour program was called Our World, and it’s a fascinating read. Do click the link.

I want to emphasise that this post itself is a result of three friendly influences from around the world that coordinated in my head on Thanksgiving. I say this to illustrate the impact we have on one another. Global, you might say.

Fading quickly. Good night.

P.S.: On second thought: Magical Mystery Tour. The whole album. It’s a nice intro into a different kind of holiday. iTunes | Spotify.