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"nothing has been done in the world, without great passion"
For the past few years, Darrell and I haven't really celebrated Christmas. This time of year is very different in Spain. Back in the UK, the pubs and bars would be buzzing with Christmas shoppers and party goers, here things are very quiet. The Costa Blanca is very seasonal; more people live and holiday here during the summer. The community is much smaller in the winter months, consequently, celebrations are more muted!
This morning I was reminded what Christmas is all about; Darrell was given a fabulous Spanish hamper from the company he works for. In all the years we have been together, working in Britain, no employer has once given either of us anything; the art of giving is well and truly alive in Spain, in a culture that embraces the spirit of Christmas, far more than they do in the UK.
Here Christmas is less commercial. There are not hoards of shoppers seeking out the latest gadget or trolley load of food that they don’t want or even need, while those less fortunate can barely get by this festive season, unable to afford a hot meal, let alone a present under a tree. Spare a thought for those less fortunate, spare a Euro if you can and spare your time to help someone have a day to remember. Above all, think about the true meaning of Christmas, not how much you receive from others but how much you can give to help those in greatest need!
Rather than spending a fortune on presents, donate to a local charity who will provide a safe, warm place for those who need it; the homeless, a food bank, those on benefits or the aged, who just need someone to talk with this Christmas Day. Put aside just a small amount of time or spare a little bit of money, so someone else can enjoy this special time of year.
Make this Christmas truly special, give what you can, not only to family and friends but to anyone who needs just a little lift up. Giving to others is rewarding, giving to others is invaluable, giving to others is the best Christmas gift of all!
Here Christmas is less commercial. There are not hoards of shoppers seeking out the latest gadget or trolley load of food that they don’t want or even need, while those less fortunate can barely get by this festive season, unable to afford a hot meal, let alone a present under a tree. Spare a thought for those less fortunate, spare a Euro if you can and spare your time to help someone have a day to remember. Above all, think about the true meaning of Christmas, not how much you receive from others but how much you can give to help those in greatest need!
Rather than spending a fortune on presents, donate to a local charity who will provide a safe, warm place for those who need it; the homeless, a food bank, those on benefits or the aged, who just need someone to talk with this Christmas Day. Put aside just a small amount of time or spare a little bit of money, so someone else can enjoy this special time of year.
Make this Christmas truly special, give what you can, not only to family and friends but to anyone who needs just a little lift up. Giving to others is rewarding, giving to others is invaluable, giving to others is the best Christmas gift of all!
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