* I made this post after Christmas last year, however by the time I put it together the season had passed. I thought I'd keep it for now, especially as the anticipation for the 25th of December grows ever closer*
Christmas time always makes me ponder about the different cultures and meanings that the season holds for different people. As I mentioned in 2010, for some it is the joyful celebration of the birth of the saviour; for others a reason to write to Santa; for some a moment to cherish with family; of late night shopping; stress and last minute Kris Kringles; of sending letters; eating a plenty; holiday rates; Christmas tunes in the elevator... Whatever your festive traditions, I hope you've had a wonderful Christmas! (29th December 2011)
Part I: Deck the Halls
Standing out from the crowd: decorated balconies
People line the streets in Marrickville to see houses adorned with lights and decorations
Auntie Ollie's Christmas accessories
Part II: Christ is born
Getting in costume to recreate the nativity scene
The Three Wise Men as depicted in the Nativity Scene at Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy Church | As depicted in Christmas lights
Midnight Mass at St Michael's Church
A statue of Mary and the baby Jesus | A sheep in the nativity scene at Penrose Park
Celebrating new life
Part III: The Gift of Giving
Outstretched hands eagerly await gifts from Mrs Clause
Gemma opening her present | Gifts waiting to be unwrapped
Present time
Part IV: A Time to Eat
Christmas themed chocolates
Christmas pudding and custard
Cold salads at Christmas lunch in Australia
The most amazing Christmas ham ever - made by Auntie Ollie
Part V: Santa
Gathering around to talk to Santa
Santa about to give out presents
Part VI: Summer Christmas
My brother's sock tan
Ice cream
By the Pool (Jeff jumping to catch the yellow ball)
AHAHHA I just laughed at your brothers adorable sock tan.
ReplyDeleteAnd you seem to have bumped into a lot of christmas spirit!