Christmas and New Year, like the seasons of the year, have come and
gone. Just like the umbrellas during the rains and the woolens in winter are
mothballed till the next year, the lights and the glitter have been packed up
into storage. Today I took down our 6-year old star – a miracle that it has
survived so far considering that it is exposed to the elements day and night -
and mothballed it too.
Just wondering what makes Christmas and New Year so special? A
celebration initially confined to the Christian community, it has now
transcended boundaries. What about the principles, the foundation, and beliefs
about Christmas? We talk so much about them during the season, preach it aloud
from every pulpit, and sing about it caroling door to door.
Are these packed up and mothballed too? Or do they remain with us right
through the year, guiding our thoughts and actions?
Till 25th Dec 2014, Adieus!
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