The time is now here. November 1st. The beginning of the Christmas season. Yes, I understand that we still have Thanksgiving coming up - and I do enjoy Thanksgiving - but it's basically a warm-up for the big one. Thanksgiving doesn't haven't a season full of joy, and the three or four weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas simply aren't enough time tp celebrate Christmas. So it's here, the most wonderful time of the year.

1. It's time to give in to the madness

2. That means music

3. That means food

4. And of course...decorations

5. Also, red cups are coming

6. This is when it begins

7. We aren't deterred by those lacking in Christmas spirit

8. We are willing to stand up for our right to celebrate

9. But we want those haters to also get involved in the fun

10. So get those sweaters ready

11. Get your playlists set

12. Keep those movies and specials in mind

13. And have a wonderful Christmas season

So don't ever let people tell you its too early, because November 1st is a perfectly fine day to start getting in the Christmas spirit. All of the things that go along with it are amazing, and I am just as much a Christmas fanatic as anyone. Despite this, as we head into this Christmas season, everyone should remember why we get to have such a magical time in the first place.

"10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord." - Luke 2:10-11

Thats why this season is so amazing. All of this stuff is incredibly fun but the joy and generosity that we aim to bring in this season is a small yet crucial thing we can do to remember we are celebrating the birth of the Savior of all mankind. Not the Savior of just a few, but the Savior of "all the people".

Have a wonderful Christmas season!