What is it about Christmas

Maybe it's the music, or the mistletoe or just the hustle and bustle of the season, but there's something about the holidays that seem to bring out the lovey dovey in me. It's like there's something in the air this time of year that makes me... well... nicer than usual?

I know that sounds horrible, but every year around this time I get thoughtful, or giving, or just in an all-around good mood. But more strange, I generally find myself getting romantically involved. Tis the season for love and good cheer, but what is it about Christmas that makes every potential relationship seem worth the hassle?

I'd say I'm quite the pessimist these days when it comes to love, but even despite the epic fail better known as 2009, I am as chipper and positive as ever about things right now. But are these my true feelings or just another Christmas coincidence?

John Mayer once wrote, "No way November we'll see our goodbye. When it comes to December, it's obvious why no one wants to be alone at Christmastime."

JM has always been extremely insightful about love and life, but he brings up a great point. Is the love that is spread during the holidays real or is it just an illusion sure to reveal its true self in the year to follow? Will these warm fuzzies turn into the cold shoulder after the presents have been unwrapped and the New Year's kiss has been forgotten?

While I ponder this, I fear that although these feelings are wonderful, they are simulated through genius marketing and winter weather. But why must I be so cynical?

Christmas SHOULD be about love right? Isn't that the whole point of the Jesus thing?

I'm horribly confused, but while my mind is racing, my hearts a-flutter... a-flutter with how incredibly gay that just sounded.

I can't say all of this is a bad thing. Even if only to feel this way for a month, it surely seems worth it.