Merry Christmas To You!

Merry Christmas To You!

Wishing you a heartfelt Christmas. May your days be merry, your nights magical, and your heart full of the wonder and joy of the holiday season. Here’s to the final week of 2024 being filled with love, laughter and unforgettable memories; blessing you with warmth, togetherness and love! Lastly, Christmas isn’t just a day, it’s [...]

Over-sexualisation at Christmas Time?

Over-sexualisation at Christmas Time?

Diluting the religious beliefs and significance of the holidays to prioritise sexualised propaganda. Progressive or blasphemy? Celebrating the birth of Christ is a special occasion. Symbolism, biblical verses, hymns, annual traditions and more, facilitate the observation of the holidays. Overtime, Christmas novelty, whether that be echoed in carols, trees, decor, gifting or the prized bronzed [...]

Gifting; Sentimental vs Materialism, Which Means More To You?

Gifting; Sentimental vs Materialism, Which Means More To You?

Handmade, self-crafted gifts or designer, luxurious gifts collectively piled under the festively decadent Christmas tree; what’s on your wish list this year? Gift-buying can be an extremely challenging annual task. If anything shows someone how much you know them, a present says a thousand words. You try to recall all the subtle hints they’ve been [...]

It’s Finally Time To Decorate The Christmas Tree!

It’s Finally Time To Decorate The Christmas Tree!

Baubles, fairy lights, tinsel and festive decor; isn't that what November is all about?! Christmas is finally here... what's a month or two, give or take? Once November hits, expect to see everything bedazzled! I'm not one of those that reserve indulging in festivities until a specified date; life is short! Christmas is my favourite [...]

Christmas and Materialism – Has The Meaning Of Christmas Changed?

Christmas and Materialism – Has The Meaning Of Christmas Changed?

What immediately enters your mind when you think of Christmas? Food, presents, laying down... oh and family time. What's happened to being grateful, living in the moment and attending midnight mass? Unheard of in today's generation. Indoctrination here is key. The decline in appreciating the meaning and concept of wholesome family time without the bells [...]