It's right around the corner.
It may be early for some of us, but many other folks (including those where I live) have already begun preparing for Christmas. Yes, there’s Thanksgiving in the US, and Divali/Dewali in my homeland, India and other parts of the world that are way before Christmas, but the preparations for those seem to take second place.In my country, October usually marks the start of preparations with shopping for curtains/drapes and other decorative household items, repairing or replacing old furniture and appliances, soaking fruits in wine and rum to make fruitcakes, cooking and baking of seasonal foods (and snacks), and the list goes on. When I was a child, Christmastime at my grandparents was a very fun-filled, family-filled and food-filled time (my grandmother was a great cook, and also a great baker).
There’s so much to like, and to do during this season that is really good. But I also know that there’s a bit of it that’s not-so-good. The year is quickly ending and Christmas is right around the corner. Whether you are a ‘Bible believer’ or not, almost everyone is affected by Christmas either directly, or indirectly. There aren't many other holiday seasons that have the kind of impact that it does; I know of many non-Christians that really enjoy what this season has to offer.
What about you?
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my new neighbor started hanging Christmas decors and lights outside her door and windows months ago so I know they are Filipinos
My friend started lighting her christmas tree earlier today.
My halloween balloons and decors are still up and Thanksgiving is just around the corner, after that I will start hanging some Christmas decors too.
There are quite a few objects I'd like to hang but I can assure you they are not Christmas decorations just yet.
my new neighbor started hanging Christmas decors and lights outside her door and windows months ago so I know they are Filipinos
My friend started lighting her christmas tree earlier today.
My halloween balloons and decors are still up and Thanksgiving is just around the corner, after that I will start hanging some Christmas decors too.
There are quite a few objects I'd like to hang but I can assure you they are not Christmas decorations just yet.
I was into decorating when first married. Finally bought a fake tree. Did the whole deal for years and years. Last decade...little pre-decorated tree. Sits in the library all year except Dec it comes in the living room. Get my guy something and my boarder. Or not. Now holidays just are work no one sees so who cares.
I think christmas can be sweet, and I think it can be a celebration about the essence of christianity.
As well as cosy and sweet including some moderate amounts of gifts.
I think christmas can be sweet, and I think it can be a celebration about the essence of christianity.
As well as cosy and sweet including some moderate amounts of gifts.
Late afternoon and evening is a outdoors work time too..
Late afternoon and evening is a outdoors work time too..