Oh, how time flies so fast! I did not notice that August has come to an
end. I just realized it when one of our neighbours played some Visayan
Christmas songs even before the clock ticks to 12AM to September, that
gave me goose bumps! And in just a matter of few days or weeks, we
will already be seeing Christmas decors and hearing Christmas carols
everywhere.
We, Pinoys are
known to celebrate (well, not really that celebrate in the true
essence of the word - but a countdown) Christmas in as early as
September, it is indeed a long "celebration". So, as early as now we
have to make plans for the holidays that includes: shopping lists,
reunions, parties and a lot more fun activities. I know most on our shopping list are the likes of gifts for our kinugos (godchildren), families, kiddos,special someone and friends
(exchange gifts) and for ourselves, too. That also include on what are we going to prepare on the Noche Buena. For well-off families, they'd probably have a lechon, ham, fruits and other delish food on their tables.
While for the average, they'd probably have spaghetti, cake, fruit salad, chocolates - as give aways for the kids (I usually do this), loaf bread and some native kakanin.
Some will have family
reunions and gatherings, some will come home especially those who are
now living abroad just to be with their families in this special time
of the year. Companies, too, will be very busy for the preparation of
their Christmas parties and giveaways for their employees (I am missing
this! ^_^). Employees on the other hand are typically excited as to
when and how much are they getting on their Christmas bonuses and 13th
month pays. It is indeed a great time to unwind and relax from all of our busy days and have time for our families and friends.
But even without all of these and the
presents, what matters most is that we are celebrating it with our
loved ones - either we have a food on our table or none, that we are
united and misunderstandings are being patched up - this is the true
essence of Christmas - LOVE. Thus, the song "Give Love on Christmas
Day" by Michael Jackson. :)
With the way we celebrate Christmas, it is indeed MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES! :)
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