There Is Something Undeniably Special about Christmas

There is something undeniably special about Christmas. From the abundance of peppermint to the Island of Lost Toys, this season can put a skip in the step of even the nastiest Scrooge. Who could oppose setting up lights of red and green, or picking out the perfect tree, pruned and green? In the meantime, creamy eggnog, sprinkled with flakes of graham cracker and nutmeg returns for a standing ovation after Thanksgiving. I remember writing letters addressed to the North Pole, made credible with backwards “-E”s. The foul taste of glue would linger on my tongue as I rushed into the icy wonderland with glee to personally hand the mailman my message, ensuring safe delivery. Watching endless Christmas specials, constantly vacuuming pine needles off the rug, and writing wish lists are only some of the activities that fill these days of merry festivities. The greatest memories consist of the jovial music, the anticipated snowfall, and the benevolent spirits.

To begin, one can always count on the familiar sound of those classic holiday tunes. They have a way of stirring up merry recollections. For example, every time I hear Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer, I think of watching Christmas movies alongside my little brother, nice and cozy in a worn out pair of fuzzy pink footie pajamas. Then there is Jingle Bell Rock, whose upbeat cadence brings me back to my grandma’s living room, opening a musical Hannah Montana Christmas card. It is always a delight to remember pieces of the past, for one's childhood is ever fleeting. Also, when there is music playing, there is always a reason to sing. Caroling, a common Christmas past time, has been on my bucket list for quite some time now. I can only imagine the satisfaction in visiting old homes, gr...

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...nt box filled with packing peanuts, the gift hidden at the bottom, or set up a picture scavenger hunt, sending the beneficiary around the neighborhood and back before the unveiling. This is why giving is more satisfying than receiving.

There are no guarantees in life. One day everything is fine and dandy and the next, global warming is taking over, and the winter wonderland we once held so dear is nothing but a puddle of memories. We simply cannot afford to put things off over and over again. This Christmas, we must find the will in our hearts to make a difference, to give someone a reason to smile, because in the end, nothing else really matters. And in the meantime, stop worrying about the future so there is still some time leftover to enjoy the music and sing your heart out. Do not miss out on the little pleasures in life, for those are the things we remember.