How Tom Stole Christmas

Part 1

It was a snowy Christmas Eve in England and everyone was excited since it's almost that time of year again. That's right, it's going to be Christmas, a holiday where you can go full out on decorations similar to that of Halloween. On Durdam Lane, all residents decided to make Christmas a bit bigger and brighter than before. Christmas lights on gutters along with lawn ornaments showing either jolly Old St. Nicolas, a reindeer, or a snowman. Despite everyone getting their work caught up there was one person that wasn't in the spirit. That one person had to be Thomas Ridgewell also known simply as Tom.

You see Tom had always hated Christmas ever since he was a small child and that he is known to be a Jehovah's Witness. Ever year, Tom attempts to kill Santa and he usually fails; however, this time was different. "Hey Tom, if you're just going to stand there you might as well give me those Christmas lights by you. We're decorating the tree" said Tord. "Yeah, a tree that I found" said Matt with a smile. "Yeah, yeah, I got it" said Tom. Tom picks up the Christmas lights before going over to Tord and handing them to him.

Edd wanted to celebrate Christmas with a bigger tree....which was so tall that it was able to fit inside his own house. At first Tom only had a look of disbelief before realizing that Edd had invited Tord over and not to mention, Tom hates his guts but he'll let it slide....for now. "Thanks for your help Tord" said Edd. "No problem Edd. I'm glad that I was able to take time off especially for the holidays" said Tord. "Yay! Oh that reminds me, I've made everyone hot chocolate" said Matt. Matt then hurries over to the kitchen to get the hot chocolate while Edd, Tord, and Tom sat down at the table.

"So with that out of the way, what should the next big thing be?" asked Edd. "I don't know, you've planned this didn't you? It's best if you decide" said Tord. "Ah you're right. After having hot chocolate, do you guys want build a snowman together just like old friends?" asked Edd. "Sure, whatever I guess" said Tom. "Oh come on Tom, what's with the sour mood? You never turned down something like building a snowman before" said Tord while nudging Tom's arm with his elbow. "Oh when did you know, commie?" asked Tom.

"Guys, I have the hot chocolate. Careful, it's hot" said Matt. The boys took each a mug of hot chocolate of their own and talked on what it seemed for about 10 minutes. "Can we go build a snowman now? I'm starting to get bored staying indoors" complained Matt. "Sure. Let's get building guys" said Edd. Soon the boys finished on what was left of their hot chocolate and started cleaning up before getting on their coats, hats, boots, and anything that they need for the cold weather outside. "Hey Tom, aren't you coming?" asked Edd who noticed that Tom didn't put anything on.

"You guys go on ahead. I'll just stay here and do something else" said Tom. "Okay then, we'll come back inside if it gets too cold or that Matt hurts himself somehow" said Edd. Edd, Matt, and Tord soon goes outside to start building a snowman while Tom goes back to his room. While inside his room Tom looks out the window to see a snowman being built by Edd along with Matt helping him, suddenly they were both hit by snowballs only to see Tord. Then all three then threw a snowball fight leaving Tom disgusted at the sight. "Sounds like someone's a little unhappy am I right?" asked Future Tom.

"How did you- yeah I'm unhappy and you should you know. It's Christmas a holiday that I despise with a burning passion" said Tom. "Heh of course I know. We're the same person after all" said Future Tom with a slight chuckle. "That's not even the worse thing. On Christmas Day, everyone on this stupid block will all come together in the town square and make a whole lot of noise which I hate" said Tom who shivered at the thought just before adding on saying "And let's not forget that all of Durdam Lane will all join hands together and sing Christmas carols once it hits that 8 o' clock in the morning mark". "They've always done that. I never understand why though. Do they realize that it's freezing in the morning?" asked Future Tom. "I'm not worried about that. It's just the fact that they'll sing, and sing, and sing, sing, sing, sing, and sing. I've put up with this nonsense for how many years of living here now? There has to be a way to stop this celebration. What do I have to do steal....Christmas? Oh yeah....." said Tom as he suddenly came up an idea.

What Tom came up was an idea alright, a real grinch-tastic idea that's pure evil as he gave off a sinister grinch smile while a lightbulb appeared above his head. "Looks like you have an idea" said Future Tom. "That right! I'm going to steal Christmas once and for all, come on we have work to do" said Tom. Both Tom and Future Tom left the room to start getting materials on what Tom needs to steal Christmas. First he brought a sleigh more like had Future Tom threaten the show owner with a laser pistol, then Tom brought some sewing needles and a couple of thread, and finally some large sack bags along with 10 flamethrowers. Soon afterwards, Tom begins sewing together a replica of Santa's outfit till he was done.

"Are you done yet? I can't keep looking through magazines forever" said Future Tom. As a response, Tom opens the door to his room allowing Future Tom to come in and see Tom wearing his Santa outfit along with a white beard. "So what do you think? Do I look like Santa?" asked Tom. "Yes you do. I am impressed" said Future Tom. "Hehehe....thank you" said Tom with a smile. "Tom, we're back from the snowball- I mean mall" rang Matt's voice.

"Oh crap! I don't have time to change out of this. Can you do me this one favor and be me?" asked Tom. "Sure" said Future Tom. Tom then quickly goes over to his closet and closes the door. "Oh there you are. I thought you would come out of your room after we came back, but that doesn't matter. While we were on our way back, I slipped on some ice and now my hand is all red. I'm fine for now, but it hurts" said Matt. "Oh that's very unfortunate and fortunate to know. What do you want?" asked Future Tom. "First off cool visor and second, we're going to be watching Christmas movies and I was wondering if you would like to watch them with us" said Matt.

"Uh yeah sure. I'll be right there, just give me a minute or two" said Future Tom. "Good! We'll be waiting for you. Don't be late" said Matt before turning to leave. "Man that was close" said Future Tom. Suddenly a hand grabbed Future Tom by the neck only to reveal Tom who looked angry. "What did you just agree to? You know I can't stand Christmas" said Tom while gripping his hand tighter. "I'm sorry.......it's just that in the future, I have a new found appreciation for Christmas....." said Future Tom as his breathe was slowly cutting out. "That may be true, but as of now on this present day, I still hate Christmas. Understand?" asked Tom. Future Tom nods his head just before Tom lets go of of his neck. "Now if you excuse me, I need to....watch Christmas movies. I'll be back tonight just so we can start our plan" said Tom. Tom soon leaves the room and heads to the living room.