'Tis the season, folks. Or 'tis nearly the season, at least. It's only the beginning of November, and I don't think the Christmas season really hits until December.
But 'tis the season to be thankful for what you have, as recent events have made it clear to me. I'm thankful for the Estevan Comprehensive School, where students are choosing to wear hoodies instead of winter jackets.
I am thankful to have graduated and to have acquired the common sense missing from kids age 14-18. Seriously, kids, making a 50-second sprint to the door to get in out of the cold is one thing, but when there's a fire alarm or something, you're really going to regret your clothing choice.
I am thankful for Uggs. Uggs are the strangest trend I've ever encountered and they make me appreciate all other shoe styles. Uggs aren't nice. They look stupid and they sag in weird places.
Wide-legged jeans do not look nice when tucked into them. They aren't suited to our winters. And if the Australian woman I sat with on a plane once is to be trusted, they're worn as slippers in Australia. Australians are laughing at us because we're wearing their equivalent of moccasins outside in the winter weather. Ridiculous.
I'm thankful for Facebook and Twitter. Not only do they give me an endless source of things to write about, they also teach me time management skills. For example, it's taken me more than an hour and a half to write this column. Thanks, social media!
I'm thankful for rain pants. They're almost as warm as snow pants, just without the bulk. They keep my jeans nice and dry when I walk to school. They make fun "swoosh" noises when I walk. They make people look at me funny when I wear them, but that's only because they're jealous and want sweet rain pants and dry legs.
I'm thankful for long, detailed Facebook messages sent at 3 a.m. to let me know all the cool stuff I missed because I was doing homework. Friends who send those, you are such a treasure to me. Of course I want to read all about the attractive guys you're partying with rather than being there myself. Seriously, a big heartfelt thank you.
I am thankful for my family and friends. You guys are great. You put up with all my crap, and most of you have accepted that you're going to have to continue putting up with my crap for many years to come. You make soup and chili for me to take to Regina. You use me for my iTunes account and refuse to learn how to use your own. You buy Lil Wayne's new CD and pretend to like it. You guys are great. I love you all.
Tonaya is seriously sleep deprived and hopes that most of this week`s column is written in English. She also would like to hear from you. E-mail her at tonaya.marr@gmail.com, or follow her on Twitter @tellemarr.
