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10 Best Things About The Holidays

There's just something special about the holidays.

Gabrielle Fantini
Nov 23, 2016
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1. Christmas movies all day, every day.

I mean seriously does "Christmas Vacation" ever get old? I start watching Christmas movies before thanksgiving (yes I'm one of those people).

2. Starbucks drinks.

Call me as basic as you want, but I will never turn down a peppermint mocha, and neither will you.

3. The decorations.


Espiceally at High Point I have seen a school go all out for Christmas. Nothing is better than see Christmas decorations everywhere.

4. The smell.

I think the holidays have their own distinct smells. It's a mix of evergreen and sugar cookies.

5. Holiday baking.

Going off of smell, seriously what are the holidays without baking?

6. Finding the perfect gift for somebody.

Whether it be your boyfriend, your best friend or your family its always exciting when you find the perfect gift. The only down side is trying to keep it a secret.

7. Secret Santa.

Any excuse to have a holiday party right? There is no better way to spend th holidays with friends than a secret santa.

8. All the holiday food.

From thanksgiving turkey to every holiday dessert ever to holidays are bound to add a few inches to your waistline

9. Spending time with friends and family.

Everyone always has stories about their family Christmas traditions.

10. It's the most wonderful time of the year.

There is just something special about the holidays.



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