Highlights of Reader’s Digest December 2017, issue:  Dumbness can strike at any time and to anyone, from politicians who don’t know when to stop talking, to nutty professors, foolhardy criminals, rocket scientists and even lawyers. ‘Smart People Do the Dumbest Things’, our December cover story, celebrates idiocy in all its glory, offering up hilarious facepalm moments that are sure to leave you chuckling. But there is also a healthy dose of inspiration. Start off by diving into the season of giving with the heartwarming tale of a Lebanese immigrant in Canada, in search for the perfect picture-postcard Christmas and our Bonus Read that has four stories of miracles in real life. Follow three adventurers, each on a path of exploration—kayaking across stormy seas, driving in sub-zero Siberia and digging for gems in Africa. Then, meet a 21-year-old young man who runs away from home on a quest to find a purpose to his life. Plus, don’t miss our thrilling Drama in Real Life and a sure-fire way to banish the Sunday-night blues. Happy reading!