December 24,1843

Humbug! I hate Christmas time, when everyone runs around town all cheerful and merry. It's just another excuse to get off work and be joyful. My clerk refuses to work tomorrow and some gentlemen came by for donations! Of course anyone smart like me would refuse to give anything to poor people who could just live in a prison or a workhouse. My nephew came to my house today and wanted to wish me a Merry Christmas! I tried to tell him a thing or two about why he was so poor, but he didn't seem convinced. Bah! Humbug! I hate Christmas time! Everyone is always so bothersome and nosy. I think they should ban people who sing on others' doorsteps without permission. One came by today and tried to sing for me! Humbug! I scared him away with my ruler so he's bound to never come again. I can't wait for Christmas to be over!