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Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire: A Christmas Story by Jim Byrne

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, click. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, click.

Well no chestnuts,  a ‘flame effect fire’ – and three pot heads – all being comfortably roasted.

The needle kept jumping on the record but nobody moved from the couch. A flame effect fire can keep you entertained for hours. A fifth can of lager and the likelihood of moving anywhere is low.

“This is the best Christmas I’ve ever had,” said Dougie.

Cammy and Mick nodded and laughed – for no reason. Their cheeks were red, stomachs full and a heavy stupor settled upon all three.

“Hand me that guitar,” said Cammy.

Dougie picked it up from the side of the couch and handed it over.

“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, click,” Cammy sang along.  

“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, click…”  They all joined in. “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, click, chestnuts roasting on an open fire, click, click, chestnuts roasting on an open fire…”

They sang – and laughed hysterically and their three bellies bounced in time with the music. “Ahh.. just like old times” said Dougie.

At this point we leave them – to the best Christmas they’ve ever had.

Jim Byrne

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