Graphic By Alicia Alvarez
I take my Halloween costume off while listening to jingle bells rock on full volume.
Christmas is my favorite holiday, of course I’m going to bring my decorations and jolly attitude out starting Nov. 1.
Honestly, now that I am an adult, there is more excitement for me in the Christmas preparation than there is on the actual day it is celebrated.
I love wandering the aisles of Target, Hobby Lobby, T.J. Maxx and Homegoods, scouting out some super cute and fun decorations and even gifts. If people prepare for Christmas early, they get a first look and grab some exclusive items that might not be around after the Black Friday chaos.
Early celebrations give you more time to select thoughtful gifts for your loved ones and take advantage of sales and discounts. By starting early, you can spread out the holiday tasks and reduce the stress associated with last-minute preparations.
Although the fall is a beautiful season, I wouldn’t mind skipping it entirely.
I genuinely hate the smells and tastes associated with fall. The pumpkin spice drinks and scented candles or the cinnamon applewood essential oils make me want to barf.
As you can imagine, I avoid stepping near any Bath & Body Works store during the fall season because I think I would faint.
I don’t know if it is because growing up, my family never celebrated Thanksgiving, given that we are not American, but the excitement for fall and Thanksgiving has never existed for me.
I am a December baby, which may be part of the reason why I love the winter and simply cannot wait for this time of the year to come around. Not only do I get to celebrate my birthday, but also my favorite holiday, Christmas.
As someone who plans and prepares for my birthday starting mid-September, I don’t feel like preparing for Christmas in early November is over the top.
There is something so special about Christmas. With the bright and colorful lights and decorations, hot cocoa and romantic Christmas movies, it’s impossible not to bring my mood up.
Celebrating Christmas early can be a wonderful way to extend the holiday spirit and make the most out of this festive season. It allows you to enjoy the magic of Christmas for a more extended period of time and make the most of the many traditions, activities and decorations associated with the holiday.
Usually, my family and I travel for the holidays. If I decorate and set up for Christmas early and then go abroad on the actual day Christmas is celebrated, it almost feels like I am celebrating twice. Who wouldn’t want to celebrate Christmas in the Bay Area and then again in France?
That is what I’ll be doing this year and I cannot wait.
I have already started decorating my apartment with Christmas-themed blankets, lights and I was super excited to bring out my Christmas Hello Kitty mugs to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while watching the Polar Express as my diffuser dispenses peppermint essential oil throughout my apartment.
Next on my list of Christmas preparations is going to every store until I walk out with a pink Christmas tree, which I am certain will happen before next week.
Ultimately, the decision to celebrate and prepare for Christmas early is a personal one, and from my experience, it can bring a lot of joy and warmth to your life. It’s all about creating a festive atmosphere that makes you and those around you happy, whether it’s in November or December, everyone should enjoy the holiday season and all the wonderful moments it brings.