Welcome to The Daily QuTote – a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, for December 25th.

Merry Christmas to you! Whether you’re celebrating the birth of Jesus, the start of Hanukkah tonight, or just soaking up the festive magic of Santa, Rudolph, and Frosty, today is about really only about one thing: spending time with loved ones, embracing gratitude and the spirit of play.

And speaking of play, let’s not forget A’Phabet Day, or as some wordsmiths like to call it, No “L” Day. Get it? Noel - NO "L". That’s right, there’s no “L” in today – just joy, laughter, and maybe a little elf-control. LOL, either way its pretty punny.

Now, on to today’s quote, and it’s a festive gem straight from the Grinch himself, who once said...

"Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more."

Dr. Seuss really knew how to cut through the tinsel and get to the heart of things, didn’t he? Whether your celebration is filled with Christmas lights or Hanukkah candles, this quote reminds us that the holiday spirit isn’t something you can buy. It’s not wrapped in paper or tied up with a bow. It’s in the laughter of family, the warmth of friends, and the simple act of giving – whether that’s a gift, a hug, or just a little kindness.

And let’s face it, if the Grinch – a character with a heart two sizes too small – could figure that out, then there’s hope for anyone who’s feeling a bit “bah, humbug” today. Maybe that’s the real miracle of the season: even when things feel a little off, love, connection, and gratitude have the power to set things right.

So, whether you’re lighting candles, unwrapping gifts, or enjoying a quiet day of reflection, take a moment to appreciate what makes today special – the people in your life. And hey, if you’re celebrating No “L” Day, you can just say, "Happy Hoidays!" and no one will think you’re being lazy... well, maybe just a little.

That’s it for today. I’ll leave you with this thought: the holiday season doesn’t live in the gifts we exchange but in the memories we create. So go out there, make some beautiful ones, and I’ll see you tomorrow.

I’m Andrew McGivern signing off for today. And if your thinking, Andrew... don't you even take a day off on Christmas. Of course... This is a daily podcast and my goal was to publish an episode every day in 2024... this episode is published today but I recorded and scheduled it yesterday. So yes I am taking today off!

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and don’t forget to keep your heart two sizes too big today.

And I'll be back tomorrow, same pod time, same pod station for another Daily Quote!