Hello, everyone. Welcome back to the countdown.

A sweet vintage Christmas card image from Pinterest. (Image found online.  Original source unknown.)

Last year this Rankin/Bass TV special turned 60 years old. It also returned to its original network-NBC-after a move to CBS in 1972 where it stayed until 2024. Whether you still watch it on traditional TV, through a streaming service or your own DVD, the tale of a misfit reindeer finding his purpose & his people remains one of the best parts of the Christmas season.

Burl Ives was the voice of the dapper sage snowman, Sam. (Image found online.  Original source unknown.)

A group of elves and a few reindeer celebrating in song from the TV special. (Image found online.  Original source unknown.)

A few of the residents on The Island Of Misfit Toys. (Image found online.  Original source unknown.)

Gene Autry: “Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer” (1949, written by Johnny Marks).

Burl Ives: “Silver & Gold” (1964, written by Johnny Marks).

Burl Ives: “Holly Jolly Christmas” (1964, written by Johnny Marks).

What are some of your favorite Christmas songs?

Until next time, happy listening!!!