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12/14/2007
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The Real Gifts
Author: Barre Montpelier Times Argus Editorial Source: Times Argus (VT)
Title: THE REAL GIFTS
It is hard at times not to feel that the annual winter journey through ho-ho-ho land has taken on all the attributes of a seasonal affective disorder, equal parts compulsion, angst and irrationality.
Hurtling through this frenzied season, it's all too easy to forget both Christmas' religious roots in the celebration of the Christ child's birth and its pagan roots celebrating the winter solstice and Yuletide time. The Christian celebration is one of redemption and rejoicing, simplicity and love, of a humble child born in the manger to redeem mankind; the pagan is of celebration and family and rejoicing at the turn of the winter's shortest, darkest day at a harsh time of year.
Both offer us a way out of the disorder of the season, and into the heart of Christmas, which is closely allied with the time-honored Vermont traditions of small-town community. Here resides a simple message. Gather with close friends and loved ones, they are worth more than any present. Open your doors to someone who is alone, or volunteer your companionship to those less fortunate. Buy or make a gift of food for those who are hungry, and deliver the gift of good will with presents for those who can't share the joy.
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