Growing up without a working fireplace, our family had a heartwarming Christmas tradition that revolved around our local station, WPIX, and their annual broadcast of the WPIX Yule Log. This simple yet magical concept became an integral part of our Christmas morning rituals, signifying the true arrival of the holiday season. It started from the moment I eagerly woke up everyone in the household and continued until my sister would eventually take over the TV, allowing me to dive into our pile of presents. The WPIX Yule Log was more than just a television program; it was like an honorary member of our family.
As the years went by, I attempted to replicate the experience by purchasing VHS tapes and DVDs of crackling fires to play in the background during the holidays. Unfortunately, none of these could capture the same joy and nostalgia that the WPIX Yule Log brought into our home. Thankfully, the internet came to the rescue, and I stumbled upon old broadcasts of this beloved Yule Log on YouTube. It felt like a wonderful Christmas gift in itself.
Even after I moved to a house that had a real fireplace, I couldn't bring myself to use it during the holiday season. Some traditions are just too sacred to tamper with. Now that I have the WPIX Yule Log once more, I can't fathom spending another holiday season without it.
So, if you're like me and cherish the magic of traditions, perhaps you also miss the Yule Log, or maybe you've never experienced it before and want to start a new tradition of your own. You can simply click on the video below and bask in the warm, nostalgic glow of retro internet holiday magic, courtesy of the incredible WPIX, Channel 11.
