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Originally Posted by Hamlet53
So I'm embarrassed to admit the truth is since leaving my parent's home (strictly a religious event for them.) I have never done anything regarding decorations and what not for Christmas. I'm an atheist so nothing religious and just don't care to spend the time or money for decorations. So aside from gift giving that's expected, I also take it as the time of year (knowing income for the year and financial situation) to decide my charitable contribution.
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I don't see what's embarrassing in planning your charitable contributions at year end!
I like the lights and the general festive air at a bleak time of year. Winter is long, whether you're in Wisconsin or New Hampshire.
Christmas helps hold winter at bay for a bit. And it's a good time to take stock and to remember happy times and create more of them when possible. I wouldn't not decorate; I'd be much sadder if I didn't make the effort. But of course that's me.