A Prescription for a Minimalist Christmas Might be Just What You Need

As we enter the scene we see Lucy dispensing some advise for Charley Brown. 

He has come to her to learn what he might do to calm his nerves, as he is stressed over all the demands of a consumer Christmas.

Here is the doctor's advise. 

''Charley Brown, I know you love Christmas, but sometimes all the hustle and bustle can be overwhelming.

 

You know how you always get the little tree that's all scrawny and sad? Well, that's a sign that you don't need all the extra stress that comes with a big, fancy, materialistic, expensive Christmas.

Think about it, Charley Brown. You're already worried about the dismal state of the world, and your kite-flying skills... or lack thereof.

 

Do you really need to add a bunch of holiday anxiety to the mix? I didn't think so.

A minimal Christmas could be just what you need to take a deep breath and relax. No worrying about finding the perfect gifts, or decorating the whole house, or cooking a huge feast, or going into debt. Just a simple, quiet Christmas with the people you care about.

Plus, think of all the things you could do with the time and energy you'd save. You could have a quiet sit down with Linus on his security blanket, go on a protest for peace walk with Snoopy, or even just sit back and enjoy a quiet cup of hot fair trade cocoa by yourself. Maybe Schroeder would help you write an anti-consumer song. 

So, what do you say, Charley Brown? Are you up for a minimal Christmas this year?

 

I really think it would help, and that is what I am prescribing for you today.

 

That will be five cents, please.''