By Christiénne Miller

Just the title of this post starts the movie running in my mind. The video clips of holiday hookups — oh the shame, the horror, the searing hotness, and fun! Wow.

What started me down this memory lane was my recent office party experience with a friend. Due to changes in the economy and relocation to a new city, it’s been quite a few years since I joined the masses of holiday party hoppers — from office to family annuals…and all the men along the way. I’d forgotten, but ten minutes at her party made me quickly remember.

Now, I don’t want you to get the wrong impression of me — I was never a complete holiday ho ho ho, but I’d certainly be leading you astray to say that I was the picture of angelic decorum.

As these sugarplums dance in my head and mistletoe confessions gleam in my mind’s eye, I find myself asking why. Why do people indulge in holiday hookups?

Oh sure, one could argue the whole, “Well, there was a lot of alcohol involved and I’d never seen Michael in that way before — looking so sharp in his suit and that cologne…which is why we ended up in the executive boardroom, blah, blah, blah” rationale. Here’s another, “Our divorce had only been finalized since July and he wanted to bring treats for the dogs because he misses them…” — more like treats for the dog and a big familiar one for the kitty cat! But, all jolliness aside, I think it goes much deeper than those scenarios. It has to do with not wanting to feel alone during one of the most romantic times of the year.

Think about it: The television is ablaze with family holiday programming and luxury jewelry commercials where “Every kiss begins with Kay“. Songs are sung about love, peace, joy, giving, sharing: How could you not want to reach out and touch someone, even if it’s only for one hot and steamy moment?

Some digging on the topic reveals plenty of advice from both men and women you can choose to follow, or ignore with wild abandon (whatever you decide, however, I implore you to be safe and prepared).

Now for some parting advice from an old semi-pro: The best way to enjoy the holidays is to make sure all your festive decisions are made while sober, and with eyes wide open to what a post-holiday hookup future may hold. Happy holidays!

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