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10 Things I Love About Christmas Time

The best of the season

William Tharp
Dec 12, 2016
Lynchburg College
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10 Things I Love About Christmas Time
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The turkey has all been eaten and the relatives have all headed for home. You know what that means! It’s time to start thinking about Christmas! So deck the halls; it’s time to celebrate! In honor of this occasion, here are my 10 favorite things about the holiday season.

10. Music

Okay, I might have started this before Thanksgiving ended, but it is still one of my favorites. There’s nothing better to get you in a good mood and ready for the holiday than listening (and singing) to the timeless classics as well as some newer incarnations as well.

9. Gifts and Giving

I love to see the look on my little brother’s face when he opens something or when one of my friends gets something they really wanted and are ecstatic about it.

It is always great to see others happy and to receive some cool things for yourself.

8. Movies

You can’t forget the movies. Funny, heartwarming, and family friendly movies can make the season.

7. Sweets

Sugar cookies, candy canes, chocolates, pies, and so much more to even mention! Yum!

6. Christmas Dinner

More food! Delicious ham or turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, rolls…and all the good stuff.

5. Decorations

Outside lights, wreaths, and lights all around the living room help the house feel cozy and welcoming, while also creating an atmosphere of Christmas all around.

4. Cheer

Personally, I love this season because it has a different feeling about it than the rest of the year. It might be colder outdoors, but inside, the feeling inside is so much warmer (figuratively and literally).

3. The Christmas Tree

O’ Christmas Tree! O’ Christmas Tree! My favorite decoration of all time!

2. Family

Spending time with family is the best part of Christmas. Although we may sometimes disagree and get on each other’s nerves, coming together for Christmas is always a highlight.

1. Christ

He is the real reason for the season. We are ultimately celebrating the birth of Jesus and God’s providence, despite the fact that some wish to ignore this essential portion.

Merry Christmas and God Bless!

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