Last Updated on April 13, 2017 by Marie Bautista
September 1 was a big holiday for us Baguio folks. It was the day the city turned 105. And like any holiday, I woke up to…
Christmas songs?
Now we all know that the Christmas season is celebrated the longest in the Philippines (from September to the first Sunday of January), but I thought it was a little over-the-top and downright weird to hear Christmas songs this early.
But anyway, since I am generally a happy person and I do love Christmas, I really do, I thought of these awesome ways to have a happy holiday – no matter what:
- Give thanks. If you’re ever tempted to be in a sour mood over something this Christmas, reverse it quickly by thinking of something you’re thankful for this year.
- Give love. It doesn’t solve everything, but it does solve a lot of things.
- Get busy. Boredom can be a big problem during Christmas vacay (especially if you have outgrown waiting and expecting for Santa)-ad can actually make your mind work overtime to turn teensy problems into big deals. Fight off the blues by doing something helpful – like helping your mom order wonderful Christmas decors from this site. You will be so busy being helpful and kind, you won’t have time to complain or whine.
- Get over it. Don’t be haunted by Christmas past – last year’s disaster gift, the day your sister told you something about Santa… Christmas is the season of hope, after all. So enjoy yourself and starting this September, resolve to make this year’s Christmas the best Christmas ever.
Marie
Oh yes, ber month is here. I hope radio stations play a lot of Christmas songs na hehe… Christmas is here na, bilis no.
For this Christmas, I want to start my early preparations like preparing gifts. I do not want to be stressed out again.
Buying gifts stressed me out during Christmas time that I just give up. My family is now used to not receiving gifts from me. hehehe
I think it is so nice to spend the holidays in Baguio like others do…smell of pine and chilly nights 🙂 Always give love and be thankful. I don't mind the busy-ness since the Christmas season is always busy for me. Plus, I don't get bored with only 2 weeks vacation.
I also got up early, watched the morning programs and entertained to the tune of Christmas songs. I also love Christmas and I agree that it is a season of HOPE. Praying for the best till the year ends.
Wow, September until January? That would be great. Does that mean there's decorations to that whole time? What a great idea! I would love it, but many I know get tired of it just for the month that we have it decorated here in the states. bunch of humbuggers!!!
Yes, give love. Not everyone are able to really celebrate Christmas because of different reasons. Let's not forget to share our blessings with them.