Why most people enjoy the Christmas season?

well, i always feel great when winter and christmas time is just around the corner.

MERRY CHRISTMAS to you all!!!

It's Christmas and it doesn't matter who you are ... that is the essence ... to make us all feel welcome and at home

I believe it is not Hippocracy if such word exist ... the point is you feel it inside even if you dont show it physically and you share the feeling of the spirit ...

Just keep feeling it for that is how you should celebrate Christmas!

Lol...that made me laugh sooo much! Thanks!!

Merry Christmas QLers!!! :)

Aaahhh that oath....nope, I forgot.....

Did you swear an oath ?

I am 'Hippocrates'......

Hippocrates???PMSL.........

I'll try to teke some pics of christmas here and will post them here ;)

Only God Can Judge Me

الله فقط يمكنه محاكمتي

I am you and you are me, if you love i love, if you suffer i suffer

أنا أنت, و أنت أنا, إذا أحببت نفسك أحببت نفسي, إذا عانيتَ عانيتُ

Britexpat - I wonder if we, as a society are becoming more cynical and losing the real meaning of Xmas..

Having visited Blighty during December after many years, i am surprised and saddened by the lack of festive spirit. In the old days, most homes in the street had tress or lights in the window.. Now, hardly any.."

I don't think it's the losing of the Xmas spirit that's the cause of the lack of festive spirit. I was in Perth for a short holiday recently and my friend's wife said that the decorations were nothing like previous years - this year was very toned down.People have been hit bad by the financial crisis and are cutting costs.

Having said that, it was fabulous being home in KL for a short while recently. I didn't have much time but did make it to a few shopping complexes and the decorations were very nice indeed and mood-lifting.

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Don't want no drama,

No, no drama, no, no, no, no drama

The good old days should be shining somewhere in this planet still ... like in our town, starting November you will see every family decorating their houses with Christmas lights, the sparkling colors that blends with that Christmas color of red, green and gold. You will then hear Carolers going to each houses in the evening to sing and greet you Merry Christmas. You will see different ways of showing the christmas spirit in each home... i miss them all...

We want to enjoy Christmas in Qatar ... is there any Holiday declared on 24 and 25?

Why the feast of other religions being recognize here but not Christmas which the most import feast for Christians?

We can already see growing communities who starts decorating there property with Christmas lights and decors ... let's enjoy the christmas here in Qatar ... lets join the party...

Yes miss the Christmas (not really) The Turkey dinner and watching Her Majesty's Speech at 3pm and then the Christmas walk in Hyde Park and then back to the Tele again.. wow those were the days..

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HE WHO DARES WINS

I never enjoyed chrismas the first time i experienced chrismas was this country.

I enjoyed the Eid times in Mogadishu you really feel its eid in there and HERE? nothing its soooo booring.

Poverty is not for the sake of hardship. No, it is there because nothing exists but God. Poverty unlocks the door -- what a blessed key!

- Jalaluddin al-Rumi

even though im a lebanese muslim and i am some what religious,I STILL LOVE XMAS,maybe its cus ive been living in New York my whole life then got married and came here.my husband thinks its pointless and boring,infact i think qatar is so boring during xmas.i Love the lights,songs in every store,the smell of cookies with the green and red sprinkles on them,santa clause,presents,I LOVE IT ALL..i just wish xmas in qatar was like xmas in the states.any way,anyone know a good party for new years?LOL

YABA DABA DOOO!

One more reason to love Christmas for me...the Pandoro Cake (or IL Pandoro Di Verona)who are only available near Christmas time...I just bought one from Carrefour yesterday..yummmy...:-999

"A man may fight for many things.His country,his friends,his principles,the glistening tear on the cheek of a golden child.

But personally,I'd mud wrestle my own mother for a ton of cash, an amusing clock and a sackful of porn."

Blackadder.

Don't you recall the old days of smiling neighbours, Carol Singing, Xmas trees, Xmas dinner, Ben Hur and farting around the fireplace???

Good days!

"A man may fight for many things.His country,his friends,his principles,the glistening tear on the cheek of a golden child.

But personally,I'd mud wrestle my own mother for a ton of cash, an amusing clock and a sackful of porn."

Blackadder.

losing the real meaning of Xmas..

Having visited Blighty during December after many years, i am surprised and saddened by the lack of festive spirit. In the old days, most homes in the street had tress or lights in the window.. Now, hardly any..

Each person has its own way of celebrating Christmas, get together with friends and family and sharing some fine dinner, wine and get some fun, enjoying ham, cheese and all kinds of food according to their culture and traditions, giving gifts to those close to them and to the less fortunate, playing and singing Christmas carols , play parlor games to share the spirit and moments together or just chatting to exchange knowledge and idea... but all these you will need to spend both time, effort and money and this is because you want to enjoy and celebrate as most people do when they celebrate their Birthday.

It is the time when you remember your love once, as Jesus has given us the great example of how to love, forgive and share yourself to others even if you spend your whole lifetime and money ... and its his birthday celebration.

I believe that only those who see the light will be able to understand the true meaning of Christmas and enjoy its reason and blessings.

Yeah, fortunately there's six weeks of Lent shortly thereafter in which to lose the cookie/candy/pie/ice cream/turkey/stuffing pounds. Yum, can't wait! Gonna go make some cranberry-orange nut bread.

Mandi

errr no, I'm not familiar with it being a season, although I wish it was! An excuse to spend a whole season in gluttony and over indulging in food and fine wine! Fabulous!

Christmas is a season in the church year as is Advent, Epiphany, Lent, Easter and Pentecost. It is the shortest seaon, lasting twelve days (sound familiar?) from December 25th until January 5th. I intend to celebrate every day of it!

Mandi

Firstly Christmas isn't a bloody season...errr.. spring summer autumn winter and christmas...mmmm secondly sofing128 I call my shrink or lawyer when I'm in trouble, Jesus aint going to help anyone!

Merry Christmas to you ...

Let's enjoy the season as Christmas is coming.

Other people are not aware what Christmas brings to believers.

I don't know who they are calling when they are in trouble a no one listens...

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.merry christmas QL addicts..

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before and after!

"dgoodrebel will always be the rebellious good one"

I'm stuck in Qatar without my family this Christmas and determined to ensure that this doesn't happen again next year!

/Quite a number of people are surprised that I actually came back this morning. Lol! Jet lagged and blur but back at work...and running on double espresso(s). Is there such a thing as quad espresso? I need more koffeeee...

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I was visiting my Muslim friends in the US and we were talking about holiday celebrations, especially among families who have both Christian and Muslim members (not unuaual here.) Their little boy asked me, "Does Santa visit houses where people don't believe in him?" After an awkward pause I had a brilliant idea. "Ask your Dad!" I blurted out.

Mandi

of all the holidays,i particularly cherished christmas not only because I am a christian but also because it always reminds me of family get together and sharing happy moments with all my loved ones- from the grandparents down to the youngest member of the extended family. when I was still a kid and mom is still alive, she always bought goodies, wrapped them and tell us to give them to our playmates- even those who bullied us! it taught me about spirit of generosity and forgivenes without her directly telling me. now that im an adult and far from home and family, those christmas moments are always a balm to my loneliness and struggles. and when i will be a mom in the future, i shall continue to celebrate christmas with my kids the way my parents showed me how- by sharing our blessings to others.

Timtan,,, after rubbishing Christmas , dont you think maybe the same could be said about ,,,,,Vesak for instance ?

-lots of sale happening during christmas time

-long vacation

-most godmothers/godfathers are too generous during this time

-gift-giving is not a big issue

(this is of course from the commercial side of view)

For Christians, this is the most celebrated season of the year. No need to explain more.

Skanky, nah, I don't believe enough to visit a church again anytime soon, unless its wedding of course....

sofing0128...how I left where? I think its crap and thats my belief...did I say I believe in Santa Claus? no, I said he was more plausible than a virgin dropping a sprog......

supernurse believing in someone who has done a lot about how you leave in this is not a crap ... is it because you have not experienced miracles and blessings in your life...

So you believed in Santa Claus ...

santa claus came from Christmas and the reason for Christmas is Jesus and Mary ... bless you dear.

well guys, I don't know which queso de bola you are talking about then... But in Spanish when you say queso de bola is the most traditional Edam Cheese from Netherlands. (Holland) cover with this red sealing. and its so fhucking good. U can get it at Mega Mart.

No pork for you guys... am so sorry for you!!! but skanky is going to eat pork this Xmas...

Supernurse dont ya think xmas is a good time to go back to church after a long time of excuses... In my case I havent go to church in a long time but its cause the timing for the church here does not work with me... :(

MERRY XMAS QL!!!

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I agree with Timtams comment about overindulging in food pressies and drink...its totally true! I haven't stepped foot in a church since 2005! I don't believe in Jesus/Mary and all that crap.......however Santa Claus is more feasible and I'll just overindulge as usual as its a good excuse!...

Sweet glazed ham is awesome.. Yumm.. Can't wait!

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though i never liked its taste...

Edam Cheese/Queso De Bola is great for parties! where can we get it for our party.

They also say, Sweet Pork Ham is great for christmas ... is it?

The Red_Pope is the next goodwill Ambassador to the UN.

Skanky, ewww Queso de Bola! You like it?

When are you leaving man? I need to give to you Fatcat's stuff.

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I never though that in Antarctica you guys have the same traditions that us...

Queso de Bola... Edam cheese for the people who is wondering whats that.

The Venezuelan Sensation!!!

it's the time i see lots of sweet pork ham and qeso de bola in the table and the best time for brewing hot chocolate.

On the other hand, i cant explain fully why i love the Christmas season, it's like explaining what love is and not finding the right words to say

On the first day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

A partridge in a pear tree.

On the second day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the third day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the fourth day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the fifth day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Five golden rings,

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the sixth day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Six geese a-laying,

Five golden rings,

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the seventh day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Seven swans a-swimming,

Six geese a-laying,

Five golden rings,

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the eighth day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Eight maids a-milking,

Seven swans a-swimming,

Six geese a-laying,

Five golden rings,

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the ninth day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Nine ladies dancing,

Eight maids a-milking,

Seven swans a-swimming,

Six geese a-laying,

Five golden rings,

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the tenth day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Ten lords a-leaping,

Nine ladies dancing,

Eight maids a-milking,

Seven swans a-swimming,

Six geese a-laying,

Five golden rings,

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the eleventh day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Eleven pipers piping,

Ten lords a-leaping,

Nine ladies dancing,

Eight maids a-milking,

Seven swans a-swimming,

Six geese a-laying,

Five golden rings,

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree.

On the twelfth day of Christmas,

my true love sent to me

Twelve drummers drumming,

Eleven pipers piping,

Ten lords a-leaping,

Nine ladies dancing,

Eight maids a-milking,

Seven swans a-swimming,

Six geese a-laying,

Five golden rings,

Four calling birds,

Three French hens,

Two turtle doves,

And a partridge in a pear tree!

The Venezuelan Sensation!!!

I love Christmas because it's the time when my family gets together wherever in the world they may be.

Ahh and Misa de Gallo will start soon, Christmas is here hey. ;)

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I m a HINDU and v have many festive seasons like u all must be knowing..Yes,v do enjoy too..But alcohols and non-veg items are strict NO NO in our custom whenever there is any festive mood..Or else, there is no obligation in having alcohols and nov-veg other then festival season..

nope my dear ... Christmas is about sharing and giving. its not meant for material things ... do you get it? its giving up your hate, your time for another person, sharing time and knowledge ... most people are mislead by the material thing on the true meaning of Christmas that is why only those who knew it knows the way ...

it brings me back a lot of good memmories..from the simple joy of family get together..chilling...chichat..coffee with cousins and a lot more.....

being in Qatar was quite different...but me & my hubby is planning to start the Christmas Day visiting the church...and maybe a coffee and lets see....

coz its xmas

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nowadays most people just don't know why they celebrate Christmas, even Christians, more so ... if you are a Buddhist, Muslims, Hindu and rest of the corporate religious group ... they usually care about receiving and getting what they want ...

Every mans view on how to celebrate Christmas is respected.

For most people the message that Christmas bring is "Giving and sharing their Blessings to others". It doesn't matter if you are giving material things or you just share your love, time and tender care to another.

"The choices you make then, is what makes who you are now!"

timtan...may be you are right! ....

I am usually aware of commercializing holidays..I am very aware of it in Valentine's for instance..but not in Christmas :)..anyways I don't go buy expensive gifts, just saying Merry Christmas to my Christian friends..also trying to take any opportunity to enjoy and chill and have a good time with my loved ones :)

i enjoy Christmas a lot..it is our biggest celebration..it's time for love ones being together...sharing the blessings and thanking God for it...:)

ohh..i trully missed home.it's my first Christmas away from home...:( I hope I have a happy one here..;)

Merry Christmas to all!!!:D

I am not Christian but I do enjoy Christmas a lot, I like all the rituals of Christmas, buying a Christmas tree and decorating it, celebrating on Christmas eve and cooking special food for it....I feel it brings the family together when I go out with hubby and the kids to choose the decoration and so...

..I don't know why I like Christmas....may be the American Christmas movies, may be Santa, may be the Christmas songs....may be all of that...:)))..

So the answer is yes...I am sure some people like me do enjoy Christmas too....Merry Christmas :)

Be scare of the Buddhist people in Christmas! The fat guy always want all the attention for himself....

Dracula drinks Bacardi rum on the rocks.

I'm scared of the Buddhist people, someone told me once that Stalin, Hitler and Sadam Hussein, they all preferred extreme Buddhism as their preferred religion.

I'm tired of watching that fat guy always smiling all the time, taking everyones money and food, still his flock is suffering from famine and he still fuc*ing smiling all the time.

Dracula drinks Bacardi rum on the rocks.

thanks mandi, have a good one as well!

Thank you, Alexa. I'm sitting at home watching the snow outside my window with a fire in the fireplace and the lights from my Christmas tree reflected in the window! Wishing all my QL friends a very happy season wherever they are and whatever their hearts believe.

Mandi

Speaking as one who is faithful and committed to her religion, I am perfectly happy sharing "my" holiday with those who do not share my beliefs. Merry Christmas and enjoy your turkey, flanostu!

Mandi

roast pork, turkey and ham.......mmmmmmmmmmmmm