On my desk is a lamp. The lamp is shaped like the leg of a beautiful woman in fish net stocking, wearing a black high-heel-pump. This replica from a Christmas Story was a gift from my Dad. It is a gift I cherish! Everyday when I walk in my office it makes me smile. I think of him and the movie and I get a happy little grin.

It wasn't an expensive gift, in fact some people look at it and think it a little weird, but I don't care...it makes me smile!

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