Who Stole The Spirit Of Christmas?
Once again it is the time of year where it is impossible to
forget that Christmas is just around the corner, we see
advertising on our TV's, in the shops, on the radio and we read
about it in magazines and newspapers, but what is Christmas all
about? How have things changed since the time that Christmas
began?
Originally Christmas was all about Christians celebrating the
birth of Jesus, now it has become a time where the kids are
looking forward to seeing what Santa has left for them in their
Christmas stockings and under the Christmas tree.
Santa Claus (St. Nicholas) was a wealthy man who gave gifts to
poor who were struggling financially, however, he didn't want
them to know where the gifts had come from, so he gave in such a
way so the folk would find his gifts but not know who gave them,
hence the myth about Father Christmas.
However, for many people nowadays, Christmas has become a time
where families worry about the cost of Christmas rather than
looking forward to the occasion. The temptation to take out
loans and credit cards can prove to be irresistible with the
thought of Christmas costs looming and how they are going to
afford it.
Having said that, people do like to celebrate Christmas, it is a
time for families, parties and celebrations, however, the costs
involved are still a major factor of the celebrations. The
purchasing of decorations, food, drink and spending on travel
all adds to the cost proving that Christmas is the most
expensive time of year for families in the UK.
The Association of Payment Clearing Services (Apacs) said they
expect the total UK spending in December to be a staggering