I'm seriously trying to get into the whole Christmas spirit and festive season thingy-ma-jiggy, but it just does not seem to be working. As I grow older, I'm simply more aware of the whole commercialization of the occasion that once used to have so much more meaning than it does now. Christmas has become a season where a person has to be wary of political on-goings with family and/or friends. They should put up a sign "Christmas; 'tis the season for politics and companies to make it rich".

What happened to the simple joy of giving, and presents need not be anything expensive nor generous? What ever happened to finding joy in the simple things in life, like having your friends and family around on such a glorious day such as the birth of Christ? Is the spirit of Christmas just fading away as each year passes, and all we care about are presents? Pity. A friend sent me this link, and i found it so hilariously cute. Check it out here.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not being the Grinch or anything here, something just seems to be missing this year. And it shouldn't be that way, considering I've got a new member in my family to celebrate this special occasion with. Her very first! Maybe things will change when I wake tomorrow morning, and maybe come dinner time I'd be jumping off the ceilings. (some wine might help make that happen)

Every year I spend christmas away from my friends, and with my family in Perth. This year is no different, but I guess after all these years, I would like the company of my friends instead. A change might be nice, next year maybe? I can't explain it, and I don't know why, I feel kinda sad this Christmas. I miss Val...my samsui. You're growing up and I'm missing everything! Be sure to leave a few for me ok? I can't wait to come home and do everything we could possibly do together!

I shall be jolly and leave a shout-out to all you peeps..

Merry Christmas everyone! Hope you guys have a blessed day in the companiance of your family and friends. And remember, Christmas is about the joy of GIVING. Share the love and spread the peace, and remember those out there less fortunate than us to be able to actually celebrate.