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The Best Parts Of The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Enjoy the Christmas season!

Kellie Duquette
Dec 19, 2016
Assumption College
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The Best Parts Of The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
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Most people who know me know that I love Christmas. Probably to an obnoxious degree.

No matter how I feel during the rest of the year, it's the Christmas season that always makes me the happiest, and I love to spread the cheer in any way possible.

Unfortunately I can't help it. I love Christmas-time for about 1,000 reasons, but of course there are a few that stick out. The sights, the smells, the traditions- it all comes together during December leading up to Christmas in a way that's unmatched during any other time of the year.

Here are some of the absolute best parts of this most wonderful time of the year:

1. The decorations

Sitting in front of our tree and writing this article, I can't help but feel joy. The lights, the stockings, the candles, and the gingerbread houses all come together to make for a beautiful and classic atmosphere.

2. The music

It's mind-blowing how many different Christmas songs there are out there, and how many different medleys there are on YouTube. There's playlists for every taste- jazz, Michael Buble, completely instrumental, upbeat, classic, or ones that last 5 hours, nonstop. Nothing can put you in a better mood than the sounds of Silent Night and Jolly Old St. Nick.

3. The food

Ham, potatoes, chicken, gingerbread, eggnog, cookies, and more. This is the perfect time of year to stay inside and make something you never have before, and with all the big parties coming up, there's plenty of cooking (and eating) to be done.

4. Giving gifts

The cliche is so true- it truly is more rewarding to give than receive. The great feeling that comes from the look on someone's face when you get them the perfect present is like no other. Not that you need an occasion to get someone a gift, but for those who you don't show enough appreciation for year-round, this is the perfect time to give.

5. The first snowfall

Some hate these New England winters but the first snowfall is usually too light and delicate to despise. When it sticks and glitters to the tops of the trees, nothing is more peaceful and beautiful.

6. The family

In the end, this is what Christmas is all about- family and tradition! Getting to spend so much time with loved ones is a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday season.

So get some hot cocoa and a candy cane, turn on the Christmas music, light a fire, and watch the snowfall. This season only comes around once a year!

Merry Christmas!

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