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Oh Hey December!

Tis the season to be jolly fa la la la la la la la ♪♪♫♪

 Oh Hey! Lemme give you five reasons why I love December ^_^

 1. People give gifts.


We give and we expect something in return (hahahaha). Kidding aside, every Christmas season people would flock the shopping malls and get busy buying something for someone.

For some this may be a sort of an obligation or a necessity but on a lighter side, this act reminds people that giving is one sure way to show how we value the people around us.

2. People share food.


Weeeeeeehhhhhhh!!! Food! Food! Food! Reportedly, people gain weight during Christmas season. But, that's not something alarming to me (hihi) Oh how I love what my mama prepares on the table.

Also, we get to share food (especially dessert) with neighbors. OMG! The fridge is always full! And it's just sooooo awesome! hahahahahaha

3. People spend time.


What I love about our tradition is our great value for our family. Christmas is the best manifestation for it. Filipinos would make sure to block their scheds for work during the holidays just to have it spent with families. 

I pray that this tradition would still be passed on to more generations. ☺

 4. People show love.


Yes! Yes! Yes! I've been seeing Christmas parties being held especially for the less fortunate. To me, this is really a good way to show our love for our neighbors. When you see smiles of young kids, your heart can't help but melt in joy.

See? Love is everywhere during Christmas :)

 5. People are reminded of Jesus.


Above all, Christmas reminds people of the greatest gift that our Father in Heaven has given us, Jesus. 

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him 
shall not perish but have eternal life.

John 3:16

Like any other gift, our part is to receive and accept Jesus. How? We just have to simply believe that He alone is our Lord and Savior. This is the very essence why we celebrate Christmas ♥♥♥

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

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