Christmas: Flavours and Traditions

[SmallHorn]

Shame that it's all packaging and little for them to play with

Tut Tut Sam!!

[samlad]

Tut Tut Sam!!

That only counts if the ladies can show it off

[TiffanyTees]

A bit early to talk about Christmas don't you think? But I do love the magic of it and yesterday I baked my traditional Christmas cake and puddings, with the smell of spices and baking throughout the house it always reminds me of when I was a kid.
With all the different nationalities and traditions on EI. I was wondering what do you love at Christmas... will you miss anything if you're here in Ireland and/or what do you have at Christmas that would be traditional or "special..
Happy Sunday everyone..

I have had a tradition for the last fourteen years that I will continue again this year, an early morning swim in the pool followed by spending the rest of the day on my sun lounger. It's the perfect antidote to the Christmas rush.


Tiff xxx

[Petros]

I never really liked Christmas - it is the over commercialisation that ruined it for me!

Watching people panic about what to buy people - not because the want to share gifts but because society has pressurised them into it.

Then in recent times I really feel for the small kids - many parents are struggling with bills etc. and can't afford expensive presents for their children - meanwhile the kids next door whose parents have not been hit by the recession as bad can buy their kids what they want for Christmas. How do you explain that Santa can afford to spend more on the kids next door while your kids will have to make do with what you can afford? This is not fair on the kids IMO

I also have to spare a thought for all the ladies who have given up so much fun and enjoyment through out the year who will be spending Christmas away from their family and real friends. Most people who have family want to be with them on Christmas day - not stuck in an apartment in a foreign country thousands of kilometres from their loved ones.

Sorry if I sound very negative towards Christmas but we must remember it is not all sparkle and joy for everyone - for many it is the saddest time of the year

[mic1980]

I never really liked Christmas - it is the over commercialisation that ruined it for me!

Watching people panic about what to buy people - not because the want to share gifts but because society has pressurised them into it.

Then in recent times I really feel for the small kids - many parents are struggling with bills etc. and can't afford expensive presents for their children - meanwhile the kids next door whose parents have not been hit by the recession as bad can buy their kids what they want for Christmas. How do you explain that Santa can afford to spend more on the kids next door while your kids will have to make do with what you can afford? This is not fair on the kids IMO

I also have to spare a thought for all the ladies who have given up so much fun and enjoyment through out the year who will be spending Christmas away from their family and real friends. Most people who have family want to be with them on Christmas day - not stuck in an apartment in a foreign country thousands of kilometres from their loved ones.

Sorry if I sound very negative towards Christmas but we must remember it is not all sparkle and joy for everyone - for many it is the saddest time of the year

I have been alone for the last 7yrs at that time of year. It should b a happy time but I hate it probably for the fact no loved ones to share with. I think this year will b the same

[AmantAmant365]

Jeeez Petros.. How to wreck a buzz!!
And here I was enjoying the kitchen god experience ..

So I guess you're flavour for Christmas is Lemon Rind??

I never really liked Christmas - it is the over commercialisation that ruined it for me!

Watching people panic about what to buy people - not because the want to share gifts but because society has pressurised them into it.

Then in recent times I really feel for the small kids - many parents are struggling with bills etc. and can't afford expensive presents for their children - meanwhile the kids next door whose parents have not been hit by the recession as bad can buy their kids what they want for Christmas. How do you explain that Santa can afford to spend more on the kids next door while your kids will have to make do with what you can afford? This is not fair on the kids IMO

I also have to spare a thought for all the ladies who have given up so much fun and enjoyment through out the year who will be spending Christmas away from their family and real friends. Most people who have family want to be with them on Christmas day - not stuck in an apartment in a foreign country thousands of kilometres from their loved ones.

Sorry if I sound very negative towards Christmas but we must remember it is not all sparkle and joy for everyone - for many it is the saddest time of the year

[Petros]

Jeeez Petros.. How to wreck a buzz!!
And here I was enjoying the kitchen god experience ..

So I guess you're flavour for Christmas is Lemon Rind??

Sorry it's just I'm not into the over spending, over eating, over drinking that is now associated with Christmas. I am far from a religious person but I think the origin of this festive season has been totally forgotton.

Some people love it - some don't.

[rob_tig]

Don't like the way Christmas is commercialised but I do like family getting together. Now that I'm older I appreciate the family get togethers more.

[Petros]

Don't like the way Christmas is commercialised but I do like family getting together. Now that I'm older I appreciate the family get togethers more.

Christmas is a family time and should be appreciated

[Rocker123]

Here is a modern Christmas Song.. I cannot post here because children are featured in it but it is well worth a look. It will surely raise your Christmas Spirit!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYUAY6EN05Q