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10 Reasons to Love Christmas as Told by Christmas Vacation

"I don't know what to say except it's Christmas, and we're all in misery"

Kayleigh M. Bohan

Dec 13, 2016

University of Southern Maine

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10 Reasons to Love Christmas as Told by Christmas Vacation

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1. Decorating.

Being in a college dorm does not stop me from decorating. I love putting up Christmas lights and my fake tree. It’s relaxing to sit in my room with the Christmas lights on and watch a holiday movie and drink hot chocolate. Hopefully I don’t have too many extension cords!

2. Christmas Movies.

There’s too many to choose a favorite, but you can catch me watching them at all times. They boost my mood and make me happy and excited to spend time with my family.

3. Snow.

Although I am not a huge fan of the snow, I love to go snowboarding, tubing, and sledding and snow gets me into the holiday season. Snow is one of the best reminders that it is the holiday time, and makes me feel less guilty for listening to Christmas music on November 1st.

4. Christmas Music.

My motto is it’s never too early to listen to Christmas music. No one is really a fan of my singing, but Christmas music must be sung. My neighbors may judge me, but I do not care and I am spreading Christmas cheer.

5. Buying presents for friends and family.

I love seeing the look on my loved ones faces when they open a present and they love it. I love being able to buy something for my parents after all they have done for me.

6. Family time.

I love seeing all my cousins, aunts, and uncles that I only get to see for holidays. I love laughing and having a great time with them and catching up on life.

7. Christmas Drinks.

I love hot chocolate, although I drink it year round. It makes me feel better during Christmas time. Peppermint drinks are also delicious and adding a candy cane makes it perfect.

8. Christmas food.

I love having food, especially on holidays. There is so much of it; it’s warm and it fills me up, especially the dessert.

9. Chaos.

As soon as everyone gets there, you are getting a hug every second and I love it. I love seeing everyone so happy to see each other. Once everyone is settled in, the kids are all loud and talking over each other. It’s amazing.

10. Entertainment.

The best part is laughing with everyone. Whether it be someone tripping over a glass table, saying something stupid, or a silly game, it’s always fun.

Have a Happy Griswold Family Christmas!!

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Swan Dive into a Nearly Freezing Body of Water

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"White Christmas" by Idina Menzel

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"Les cloches du hameau" by Celine Dion

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2. I will look decent for class.

3. I will go to the gym more.

4. I will go to the library and study more.

5. I will meet new people.

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