It’s a Wonderful Time of the Year: What I Am Grateful for This Christmas Season

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Christmas is a wonderfully warm and joyful season filled with festive traditions, meaningful memories, music, movies, and moments of reflection. It is a time of giving, gratitude, and togetherness that brings comfort, magic, and peace. Whether celebrated quietly at home or surrounded by family and friends, Christmas creates a sense of hope and wonder that brightens the end of the year.

What Christmas Means to Me

Christmas is my all-time favorite holiday. The sparkling lights, decorations, and festive atmosphere always make me feel warm and joyful. To me, Christmas is more than just a holiday—it’s a feeling.

I am a true Christmas fashionista and love wearing festive outfits in red, green, silver, and gold, along with sparkling accessories that bring the season to life. However, the heart of Christmas is the time I spend with my family and friends. Sharing laughter, creating memories, and simply being together makes the season truly magical. Christmas is where love, style, and togetherness shine the brightest, and I always look forward to a season filled with joy, adventure, and special memories.

Christmas Traditions

Christmas traditions are the customs, rituals, and activities people repeat each year to celebrate the holiday. These traditions may be cultural, religious, or simply fun family practices. Although traditions vary among families and cultures, they all share a common purpose: bringing people together and celebrating the holiday spirit.

Some of my favorite Christmas traditions include wearing festive clothing and accessories, exploring Christmas celebrations around my hometown of Cincinnati and in Florida, and spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy watching holiday movies—especially A Christmas Prince and The Princess Switch on Netflix. Listening to holiday music is another favorite tradition of mine, with “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey being my favorite song because it reflects the love I have for my family and friends. Each year, I also look forward to going to The Melting Pot fondue restaurant with my friends to share a special four-course holiday meal.

Christmas Memories

Christmas memories are the meaningful moments and experiences that create lasting emotional connections to the holiday. Some of my favorite memories include sitting on Santa’s lap and sharing my Christmas wish list, making reindeer food with my mom to sprinkle in the front yard, and creating holiday crafts together.

Christmas in Florida

Christmas in Florida is warm and sunny, filled with palm trees, festive lights, and outdoor celebrations—including boat parades—just without the snow. This experience is very different from Cincinnati, where winters are cold and snowy. I prefer a warm Christmas since I don’t enjoy chilly weather, but I continue my holiday traditions in both places. I especially look forward to spending a warm Christmas with my best friend and family in Florida.

Spreading Kindness at Christmas

The Christmas season is the perfect time to share kindness through simple, meaningful acts. I am grateful for my family, friends, and caregivers who have touched my heart with their love and support. I enjoy showing my appreciation through thoughtful gifts, cards, and acts of kindness. Together, we spread love, joy, and warmth throughout the holiday season.

Thank you for reading. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Marisa 💖❤️💚🎄

Comments

  1. AnonymousDecember 19, 2025 at 2:24 PM

    Lovely! Merry Christmas 🎄

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  2. Rush JoAnnDecember 19, 2025 at 2:25 PM

    Merry Christmas! Enjoy all the festivities!🎄❤️

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  3. AnonymousDecember 19, 2025 at 8:39 PM

    Thank you for sharing these beautiful moments with your readers. Love you! Bestie.

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  4. AnonymousDecember 20, 2025 at 8:53 AM

    Great blog, Marisa! Merry Christmas 🎄

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  5. AnonymousDecember 22, 2025 at 7:48 AM

    Marissa you certainly summed up Christmas. I feel the same way. Wishing you a very merry Christmas! Looking forward to reading about all the fun things you do this Christmas.

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