"Christmas seems to start earlier every passing year. Traditionally, the Romans would wait until the afternoon of Christmas Eve itself to begin decorating and this tradition continued for generations after; however, here in Singapore, the lights on Orchard lit up on the 16th of November, and christmas trees and twinkling lights can be seen appearing in windows across the city. So, perhaps it is important that we ask why exactly this is the case? Why does Christmas keep on starting earlier?
One of the reasons perhaps, is because of the current covid situation - families in lockdown seem to be harnessing the festive mood, in the hope of lighting up Singapore during these dark times. It isn’t only families channeling the Christmas spirit however, but businesses too are getting in the mood - hoping to encourage customers to start spending their hard won cash through the use of decor and the magic of the season.
Maybe, it isn’t worth worrying about when Christmas should officially start, but instead embrace the values and qualities it represents: generosity of spirit, love and good will to all. Merry Christmas everyone!"
One of the reasons perhaps, is because of the current covid situation - families in lockdown seem to be harnessing the festive mood, in the hope of lighting up Singapore during these dark times. It isn’t only families channeling the Christmas spirit however, but businesses too are getting in the mood - hoping to encourage customers to start spending their hard won cash through the use of decor and the magic of the season.
Maybe, it isn’t worth worrying about when Christmas should officially start, but instead embrace the values and qualities it represents: generosity of spirit, love and good will to all. Merry Christmas everyone!"
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