'Tis The Season

Christmas is coming! It is the season of love and giving, and this is where we are reminded of the birth of our savior Jesus Christ. Unfortunately, because there is still a threat of Covid-19, Christmas and the holiday season will again be different and difficult for many this year. As we all know, one of the true Spirit of Christmas is ‘togetherness’, however, to keep as many of us as possible safe from Covid-19, we are restricted from visiting one another and do social gatherings. But still, even if we are in the midst of the pandemic, we can still be happy and merrily celebrate Christmas in our own ways.

Because of the covid-19 virus, a lot of people must have lost some of their loved ones and this maybe their first holiday season without them which is sad, as they are probably trying to celebrate and grieve at the same time. That is why we should at least stay in our respective households this year, which feels like the safest and most responsible thing to do. Although, guidelines and protocols are now in a lower risk because of the higher number of people getting vaccinated in all the localities of our country. The usual Christmas glee and merriment that we have been accustomed to is indeed possible this year, I really hope and pray. But still, this year has been difficult for all of us but we cling to hope. That amidst all of the confusing and fear that the pandemic has brought, God is with us, has always been and always be with us. Where in Jesus is the light of the world.

Christmas is that time of the year which we all wait for eagerly, especially for us Filipinos, we welcome the season uniquely with different flavors and traditions that make Christmas extra special. Spending the Christmas in the Philippines is truly wholesome. Even we are through this pandemic we all find our ways to enjoy and celebrate our Christmas with our loved ones and still be grateful for everything. This just shows that even if we need to spend Christmas differently from what we are used to and going through all these difficult times, Christmas is still in our hearts.


References:

https://livejapan.com/en/article-a0004811/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_in_the_Philippines


 

Comments

  1. Marinette16 December 2021 at 06:14

    I love the content of this blog of yours! I agree that us Filipinos have different traditions and ways to celebrate Christmas. Even if we are in a pandemic, we still remain merry and bright for the holidays. Merry Christmas!

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  2. Roanne6 January 2022 at 21:14

    I strongly agree with you! Despite the pandemic that is preventing people from celebrating the way they used to, Christmas is still in our hearts. We each have our unique method of celebrating, which makes it much more memorable. Nice work!

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  3. Aubrey Marie7 January 2022 at 06:51

    I agree! Christmas in the Philippines really does hit different! Even though we can't go out for the holidays, spending it with family at home eating noche buena is enough.

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  4. Irish T.1 February 2022 at 23:24

    Hello Trizza! Indeed, celebrating Christmas in the Philippines really is different; even amid the pandemic we still find ways to celebrate Christmas season in a merry way, and that is its essence. Nice blog, keep it up!

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