Wednesday, December 19, 2007

Christmas in the Tropics

I love Dec. I love spending it in SG. The holiday season, the nice cool and sometimes cold weather, the lovely Christmas decor all over town and malls, the Christmas outreach items put up by various churches along Orchard Rd, the gift exchange and surprises...oh yes, and the many public holidays ...

It's the best time for shopaholics needing some retail therapy. For some reason, I have been more decisive and early with the Christmas shopping this year. No last minute wrapping of gifts and sending of greeting cards. Surprisingly, less stress from the usual rush and am able to relish in the festivity.

Have been listening to some lovely Christmas songs being played on radio and in the malls, which is probably politically sensitive if played in other countries. Hence thank God for such pleasures.

I know how some would view all that festivity as being too commercialised and a distraction from the true meaning of Christmas. But I'm soaking in the joyous celebration with a light heart, not forgetting the real reason behind the season.

Looking forward to carolling on Christmas eve, spending it with friends and love ones, and feasting on the Christmas treats. :)

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