"Wedge's house was nothing like mine.
While my place was gigantic and flashy and imposing,
Wedge's place was small and understated and cozy.
Wedge opened the gathering with a brief speech.
Of course he was eloquent and welcoming.
And then there was the party itself.
It was just so ... so ... simple."
There's not much that the Big Cheese appreciates about Christmas unless it is celebrated on a grand scale. That means BIG. Not satisfied with normal efforts, he hosts the best parties with trees galore, lights on every surface, decorations at every turn, and all symbols of the festive holiday evident. The fun never stops! Every year things get bigger and better.
Until they don't. The day's disastrous events begin with a broken-down washing machine. Spewing soapy water through house leads from one calamity to the next, involving tree lights, the refrigerator, and a lengthy clean up that bring an end to the planned extravagant party. What will he do?
Attention turns to best friend, Wedge Wedgeman, who agrees to take care of it all. Big agrees reluctantly, but what else is there to do? His guests are contacted with the new venue, and Big is off to the party. What a stellar surprise awaits them! Could this be what Christmas is all about? As December days fill with errands to run, gifts to buy, dinner plans to make, parties to attend - is it time to take a step back and let the beauty of the season and the joy of spending time with those you love take a front seat?
A tear-sheet of 12 Christmas cards for kids to share is included.
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