At this time of the year the rest of the world maybe busy with the holiday festivities but here in Seoul the atmosphere is tranquil. No holiday hustle and bustle of any sort. Just a quiet, relaxing time with one’s family.

We have had a snowfall a few days before Christmas making the mood even more somber. The kids, however, always feel ecstatic about snow.  I love to hear the children’s laughter. Their laughter breaks the melancholy stillness of the surrounding.

My husband and my son joined other kids and parents frolicking in the snow. After a moment I joined them too. My heart felt cheerful as I watch my son play with his Daddy. My son ran around with glee and my husband momentarily, became a child again, forgetting the many troubles of everyday life. It was a beautiful sight.

Because my husband had to leave on a business trip before Christmas and wouldn’t be back till after New Year’s Day, he arranged for an early Christmas dinner for two at Outback Steak House. Though he was not with me on Christmas Day, I felt appreciated just the same for he took the trouble to do something special with me. I also gave him an early Christmas present and an early birthday gift as well. (His birthday happens to be on New Year’s Day).

Christmas is not about feasts. Christmas is just about simple heartfelt joys.