Advent Conspiracy, TOMS Project Holiday and the Spirit of Christmas

I usually say, “Videos = Votes” (but not today)

There’s a mantra I repeat, beating it like a drum (some would say a dead horse): Videos = Votes

Tonight I’m singing a different tune…a Christmas Carol, no less.

As we’re being urged to shop our way out of a recession, the Advent Conspiracy Promo Video above and the TOMS Project Holiday video below are reminders of how  small gestures (by American holiday standards) can make a world of difference elsewhere.

Clean water.

A pair of shoes.

Simple things that would elicit false smiles and hollow thanks here, but reflect the real spirit of the season.