Christmas Musings Comments

When I think of Christmas and the spirit thereof, I think of the aroma drifting throughout the entire house from Mom's cooking and the distinct smell of tobacco from grandpa's pipe. I think of the family gathering to exchange gifts and the joy in children's faces at the thought of Santa, snow and school's winter break.

When I think of Christmas and the spirit thereof, the memories of years gone by begin flood my mind. Thoughts of how I felt as a child around this time of year. Even now, I can almost taste the candy canes and hot cocoa. I recall the colorful decorations, the busy shoppers, the sound of jingle bells and carolers singing Silent Night.
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