Consumerism is alive and well in the USA, but subscribing to the theory that Christmas is all about gifts perpetuates, and substantiates, the global thought that Americans are materialistically driven. What ever happened to a few quality gifts under the tree instead of multitudes of junk?
We all know those people, you know the ones I'm talking about, the ones who start shopping in July and buy so much stuff, there's hardly anywhere to put it? Who have to say the cost of each gift, where it was bought, and then make sure we know it's a designer label. Do the people receiving the gifts actually appreciate them? Probably not! The Christmas message is lost amongst the glittering bows and festive lights. Pagan symbols designed to sell an artificial feeling of warmth and good cheer.
I'm not a particularly religious person. There is no church I frequent on a regular basis, but, I am spiritual and I have faith. What I don't have is a bunch of gifts under my tree trying to trick me into thinking I'm showing love for my family.
And speaking of family....
I am so happy and excited to have Stephen join our family. The wedding was simply spectacular!!
