A new record! At least in my personal recollection.

On September 14th I walked by a large department store near Union Square, San Francisco.

They have a giant Santa Claus, Christmas Tree, and all the ornaments and regalia all lit up.

Only 101 shopping days till Christmas! I guess I'd better get started.
Spend, spend, spend.

Gee, I thought it was only common courtesy to wait for the last day of summer (which is next week) before the Christmas gear comes out. I mean, really, we're still 6 weeks from Halloween here, people!