What Xmas means to me

Back to work after a festive holiday weekend. It's the first time ever I went to three different family Christmas parties back to back! This year it wasn't all about the presents. It was about families, new and old. Spending quality time and meeting new people and seeing how they celebrate the holiday season. However the presents that I did get were awesome! I never expected to actually like each one or even use it...sometimes my aunts try a little too hard. Luckily, I passed that stage where they feel it necessary to buy me something. I'm 26. I've outgrown the funky sweaters and interesting gadgets they so eagerly gave me. Think: gold charm bracelet with pink and white dangling seashells complete with a black-rimmed watch face. It was kept nice and warm in my jewelry box. Or how about the year I got one yellow towel. What were they trying to tell me then? Hmmm... I also received one big tootsie roll, when I don't even eat tootsie rolls. At least get me a giant Kit Kat! mmm...Kit Kat...So instead I only got something from those who really put some thought and effort into selecting it specifically for me. That's what it's all about. Giving because you want to not because you have to.

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Take a moment. Take a deep breath. Remember. Look around. Stay curious. Forget time. Imagine. Now write it down...