This is our fourth Christmas in Thailand (Gabe's third). I still find it a little bit difficult to get into the Christmas spirit here. Probably the main reason for this is that I miss our families the most at this time. The part I enjoy most about Christmas is the family togetherness. But I think another part of the problem is that something within me still rebels against the idea of a hot Christmas. Ever December 1st that we've lived here I suddenly realize: Christmas is coming! Then I think "It can't be! It still feels like summer. I'm NOT putting up Christmas decorations yet." But then a couple of days later, I get a little excited and pull out the fake tree made in Vietnam. It's funny how living away from your home country can affect you. Here, I much more frequently want to revisit my childhood. In America, I always like a neat tree with red balls and white lights. Here, I like to buy the twinkly multi-colored lights that I loved as a kid and load the tree up with as many home-made, shoddy-looking ornaments as possible.
2 comments:
So good to "see" you and your tree. We wish we could send you some of our cold and snow--and borrow some of your warmth and sunshine. I agree with you about family togetherness as part of the celebration of Christmas. It's what crowds airports and causes people to drive long distances, even in bad weather. Without the holidays, some families might never get together.We will miss you even more than usual during these coming weeks and hope you can share some "family time" with others who are away from their families. You are very much in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers. Mom W.
Ang,
I'll trade you weather. I wish.
I really miss you guys even though It's only been a few days since I saw you. Thanks for hosting us for the last two weeks in the midst of all your responsibilites and business. It was truely a special time for me and hope for another occasion to visit.
Thanks Ang,
love you,
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