Ring-a-ding-a-ding-a-ling!

Today I'm celebrating National Ding-a-ling Day, with a twist!

Although it's unclear about the origin and purpose of this commemoration, the Yahoo! Answers site notes that today's a day to celebrate the ding-a-lings we know, who are actually likely misunderstood and are very wonderful, loving, friendly, and intelligent people. Others celebrate those who ring bells, including both the musicians in the bell choirs and those working with the Salvation Army. However, today, I'm celebrating my own version of the day, Ring-a-ding-a-ding-a-ling Day!

Tonight the choir will be meeting for its annual Christmas party, rather than rehearsing. It will be a merry time for all. We plan to break into smaller groups and then ring some (door) bells to sing carols to some special folks. As a musician who plays an instrument and rarely sings, I'm sometimes a bit hesitant at caroling parties because I'm afraid I won't get the lyrics correct. A song sheet is rarely provided. I think most people are challenged by the lyrics of the carols. Jay Leno usually shows us funny segments of people who believe they know the songs. I'm now wondering if any of the lyric reality shows will have a holiday special edition?!? That would be fun.

Today I have two special videos to celebrate the day.

The first is the men's group Straight No Chaser performing their comedic version of The Twelve Days of Christmas at the Musical Arts Center, Bloomington, Indiana. They have similar problems with the lyrics of the songs of this season. You don't won't to miss this video! It is very funny.


As posted on YouTube by mikado95

Then, in continuing my e-tour of holiday lights, what could be better for today than an amazing animated light show to Carol of the Bells?!? Enjoy!



As posted on YouTube by AgentJack13

By the way, today is also Poinsettia Day. So, why not pick up a poinsettia as a hostess gift for your next holiday party? Or, buy one for a neighbor or a shut-in that you may know.