There are not a lot of plans on my end for this year’s Christmas celebrations. If I’m being honest, I’ve not really been giving it much thought. I’m just not getting the Christmas vibes at all. I see people talking about Christmas shopping and going to buy things before they get too expensive, and I simply watch them. I know that I should also be making plans, but at this point, I just can’t be bothered.
I honestly don’t know if I should take this seriously or just see it as another day in the long march to the end of the year. I don’t know just yet, because as I said, it’s all about vibes for me, and I’m just not getting it. Usually, the spirit of Christmas was always contagious. You felt it, everyone felt it. It was in the air, on the TV, in the schools, and places of worship. You couldn’t avoid it even if you tried.
Usually, by this time, it would be open season on Christmas lights. Everywhere you went, you’d see the sparkling lights and trees beautifying the entire landscape. People would go out of their way to propagate the Christmas spirit. Random places would hire mascots to act as Fr. Christmas. It was always crazy. Yeah, things got crazy expensive during this period, but it was usually always worth it.
And now, things are very much different. We’ve lost all the joys of the season and only have everything else. The hike in prices, the insecurity it caused, and the need to have a good time just for the sake of it. Even though we can’t afford it. That’s how crazy it is.
But still, since we’re in the season, it’s still alright for me to make some sort of plans. Even if not for me, but for my family. But so far, I’ve been coming up with nothing. I’m trying to see if I can take a few trips this December, trips that would take me a bit away from my environment, because if I’m being honest, I’m tired of this place. I need a breath of fresh air. I just need somewhere I can clear my head.
So far, this is what I’m thinking. I also have a couple of friends I’d have to see. I’ve been unable to see them all through the year due to conflicting schedules, but this holiday season will provide ample opportunity for us to reconnect after such a long time. It’s definitely going to be lots of fun for me.
And then, there is food. But I’m not seeing that one as a big deal. Because Christmas or not, we’d still eat and drink, just that we’d have to make it more special by cooking something slightly different. I’ve not decided what that would be just yet. But I guess time will tell.
Anyway, there are indeed a lot of things to look forward to with the year rolling to a close, and honestly, I’m looking forward to them all. I’m also choosing to stay focused on my goals and on what I want. Because in the end, achieving my dreams and goals will be the best Christmas gift I can ever give myself.
