The Christmas spirit

     When we mention Christmas, we immediately feel joyful and recall the most wonderful time of theyear. Although it understandable why it is regarded as and referred to as the “most wonderful time of the year,” the event itself generates a different level of excitement. It was that time of year when I wished for time to slow down for a moment so that I could experience and feel that my heart was genuinely happy. I used to look to it every year. However, time and fate had their own way of changing my feelings about Christmas vacations.

    I used to believe that Christmas vacations are worthwhile because we get to do so many things. I was ecstatic just thinking about decorating the house and putting gifts under the Christmas tree. I began to believe that everything was going my way because there was so much to look forward to and be excited about. Perhaps this is why, as those things began to fade, my Christmas spirit began to fade as well. Based on personal experience, the excitement for Christmas vacations began to fade gradually. I used to get excited whenever my birthday was approaching, but now I can’t remember the last time I wanted to celebrate it. Since everything I used to look forward to had faded into obscurity, I decided to drown myself in schoolwork and responsibilities even though I was on vacation.

    Thankfully, time passed and I gradually realized the true meaning of Christmas. It got to the point where I decided to think about it all and ask myself, “did Christmas really change over the years, or was it just me?” I realized that perhaps it was the sense of contentment I has when I was younger that had gradually faded. As a coping mechanism, I grew up demanding more and placing blame on others. I almost forgot why we celebrate Christmas in the first place. To compensate for everything, I gradually taught myself to appreciate my family’s presence and the thought of how fortunate I am to spend Christmas with them. I became truly grateful to those who gave me the strength to get through each experience and the entire year. Everything I did was for the lord, not just for my family.

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