“Merry Christmas, Kiss My Ass” – All Time Low
Initially, it may seem like just a cheeky title by one of the scene’s silliest bands. However, “Merry Christmas, Kiss My Ass” is actually a line straight from
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. The quote is spoken by protagonist Clark Griswold (
Chevy Chase) toward a progression of inconsiderate corporate bigwigs in his office.
“I’m A Big, Bright, Shining Star” – Four Year Strong
Four Year Strong are pretty famous for their pop culture references, but here’s one you might not immediately recognize. “I’m A Big, Bright, Shining Star” is the very last line of the movie
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National Lampoon s Christmas Vacation: Lawyer Lists All the Laws Broken By Clark Griswold
If you and your family get together every year and watch
National Lampoon s Christmas Vacation, it s distinctly possible you have already noticed that the Griswold family is a danger to society. In the film, there are numerous laws broken, ranging from small and accidental to large and pre-planned. And who better to make sense of it all than a lawyer? That s where Legal Eagle, a YouTuber whose channel is dedicated to examining popular culture and breaking down the difference between the kind of law you see practiced on TV and movies, and what he actually did in the real world when he used to be a trial attorney.
As Christmas gets closer and the number of available shopping days dwindle, Santa-centered events are popular this weekend to get an extra dose of holiday cheer, with proper safety precautions of course. Check out the listing for more information on riding in a helicopter with Santa, taking your dog to the Santa Paws Parade, or snapping a photo or two with Santa at the mall. Thereâs also live music, food drives, and plenty of social-distance friendly events included.
Local Events
Freedom Air Helicopter Tours is hosting its third annual Flights with Santa event from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 18-20 at the Killeen Special Events Center, 3301 S. W.S. Young Drive. Flights range from $50 to $265 depending on time spent in the air. Go to www.santaflightskilleen.com for more information and to book a flight.