It does not matter how slow you go so long as you do not stop.

-Wisdom of Confucius

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Wednesday, 30 December 2015

Christmas Spirit

Holidays. What does that word mean to you? Winter comes around with its icy grip and along with it, comes the festive season. Christmas. To some, it means a dainty little tree clothed in the glittering ornaments. They think of the myriad of aromas filling their kitchens as people pile in for the many parties. Nonetheless, what was the purpose of being relieved from work to kick back during the holiday season? If a child was asked this question, would they respond with quality family time or the gifts under the tree? Probably the latter. The abundance of the garish extravaganza does not compare with the importance of familial rejoice.

When the Christmas trees are up standing proud and parents tell their children to stay on the “Good List”, the children are up at night, dreaming about the mountains of exquisitely wrapped presents. What would it be? The new action figure? A state-of-the-art train set? The greatest gift is yet suspended right in front of them: happiness, love, acceptance.

In spite of the glamorous lights dotting the contours of the warm bustling homes, not everyday is bursting with laughter and popping champagne. The extended celebration is a suitable time to simply get things done. It is the year’s end, paving the path into the new year. It’s the perfect time to reinstate the house impeccably (for the guests, if not otherwise), write out resolutions, and innovate dreams into reality. Why not reconcile with that relative whom you hold a grudge against?

Ultimately, comparing who has the most gifts nor who attended the most parties is not what holidays are for. It’s a time to come together in rejoice and fix any mishaps, smooth over any bumps. Of course, besides the food, be grateful for the most cherished treasure: family.

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