Everyone knows that the holidays can bring insurmountable stress, anxiety, and a droll of other things that can bring even the nicest people down. But we know it never lasts too long the moment we open our presents or see the joy on somebody else's face when we've got them something good. Typically most everyone spends the holidays with family and friends of all ages and personalities. I always see this as an opportunity. I know that there will always be that one family member that drives you up the wall, but why not shut them up with a little Wii Boxing?
The point is, that no matter who it is, bringing them over is an excellent time for sharing no matter what the season. The holidays is just one of the most convenient times to do it. It may seem like a difficult task to get Mom to play halo, but would it really be that hard to interest Dad? And what about Mom? Maybe she's tired of all the stuff she has to do all the time, maybe she's tired of the screaming and whatnot, but getting the family all together for a round of Wii Bowling or Mario Party can bring harmony without looking twice.


It was a year ago that I introduced my family to the wii. It has become a part of our family gatherings regularly. It has even been integrated into a yearly part of my mom's company party held at the house! What used to be the same old ho hum office party is now filled with execs gyrating and pointing fingers in Saturday Night Fever style to Samba de Amigo and armchair Mario Andretti types with Mario Kart.


So make this holiday season the beginning of not only finally getting some understanding from your family, but also some participation. Perhaps they will even have an awakening of a giant (or silly kid) within them that has been wanting so much to get out. Happy Holidays!