Thursday, December 4, 2008

Clark strikes again '08

Well, everyone seems to think I have a little problem. A problem with Christmas lights. I don't think I have a problem. I can stop anytime I want. There's nothing you can say to change my mind. The worst part is I figured out this year how to squeeze out a few more amps on a couple of circuits. I've used all the lights I have, but now I'll be going to the after-Christmas sales to pick up more, probably more of the big C9 bulbs (those are the ones I've got on the house and the trees). I think the trees need more lights and I'm thinking of using more to accent some areas. With that said, I'll probably need to get more mini-lights as well. The bushes could always use more too. I actually need to stop talking about it....I'm starting to perspire a little and my heart is racing a tad. Anyway, the video below was shot tonight. If you turn your volume up, you can hear the Christmas music playing. My mom got me this gizmo that you plug lights into and you can set them to blink to the music. That's right, I'm steppin' up my game this year. I'm fairly certain next year will be even better. Let me know what you think.


8 comments:

The Kelly's said...

uh...Clark, you forgot to go up and down the shingles!! haha. Looks good Jason! I'm very impressed.

Anonymous said...

Looks nice Griswalds! However I was wondering why my lights kept dimming this week and now I know why.

Jason said...

Anonymous-
The dimming was due to the fact that I've got 3 extension cords plugged into your house too!!!
Jason

Anonymous said...

Jason, you must be the cool dad on the block!!! But alas, I hear no mention of christmas lights on the basketball hoop. What kind of Hoosier do you consider yourelf? Don't tell me you're from Michigan, I want to hear no excuses Mr. I Can Stop At Any Time!
Jim and Cyndi

Jason said...

Jim/Cyndi-

To be honest, I had planned on lighting up the basketball hoop (I did the last couple of years), but I ran out of lights and haven't had the time to go out for more. Trust me, next year I'll make you proud! I promise. Really. No, really.
Jason

Anonymous said...

You taught me everything I know about exterior ilumination! ..but the little lights are not twinkling! A Concerned Neighbour.

http://www.clarkgriswold.com/

Jason said...

Concerned Neighbour-

I know, Doug, thanks for noticing. Jooooyyyy to the world!

Great website. I thought about submitting my video, but I feel slightly inadequate compared to the others. We'll get there though. I seriously might need to steal some amps from your house!
Jason

Anonymous said...

Why are the lights over the garage no longer working? ... and I can't hear the music!!!! Are you trying to save electricity? A very concerned DUG