Kicking off the Holiday viewing today, with none other than the Simpsons.
In the episode we are abruptly introduced to the Simpsons as well as a small number of the enormous cast. As well, this is the first year of the series and the characters aren't quite as polished as they are today.
We follow the exploits of the family as they prepare for the Christmas season. Things however, do not go as planned when Homer's bonus is witheld by Mr. Burns and all the spending money goes towards removing Bart's tattoo.
Not wanting to ruin Christmas, Homer hides the fact he has no bonus this year and sets out to try and earn the money as a mall Santa. Sadly, this isn't enough and when he fails to make more by betting on dog racing he returns home to his family. All is better though in the end, when he brings along Santa's Little Helper, the canine who he bet on and finds that the dog brings everyone joy.
The one thing I enjoy about this episode is the fact that there isn't really a last minute miracle to give Homer the money. While the day is still saved in the Christmas fashion, it doesn't really show that material goods are needed but your family and a new pet.
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