Gray Matters by Stuart Carlson and Jerry Resler for April 08, 2023

You sentimental fool

My tree ornaments are the same.

When friends give me ornaments, I write their name and date on the box. Every year, I get to relive their generosity when decorating the tree. I feel all warm and ooky.

Yes, yes they are.

My mom and I used to take trips together. We’d always come home with an ornament. Every year when I decorate, I can remember all the fun we had. I still bring one back when I take a trip.