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That’s interesting, Larynxa.
My dad lent us a DVD which talked about the traditions of Christmas, much of it is from Victorian times (and paganism, I think, where they celebrated tree spirits by decorating them, this evolved into bringing a tree indoors). The tradition of an indoor Christmas tree was started by Queen Victoria. Apparently there was an inexpensive postal service so people started to send Christmas cards around the same time. Many of the Christmas scenes on cards these days remind you of that era. It was a really interesting program, just didn’t finish watching it, of course!
All of the advertising and hoopla surrounding Christmas (and most other holidays) is designed to make you want to have that experience, that normal people have that experience, that you should give to others, charities, etc. and that you’re a grinch or a scrooge if you don’t. It’s quite powerful. No wonder we feel like crap if we don’t buy into it. I prefer to give outside of holidays when my mind (and the malls) are much clearer 😉
KrazyKat, I like your idea of helping your kids understand more about giving to others in need and the importance of budget and living within your means, that’s a great way to start them off in that direction.
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