Quote Originally Posted by Alpha
Silent Night, which is my all-time-favourite church hymn.
Same. The Christmas Eve service with lit candles and dim lights, everyone singing Silent Night.... it's magic. A few years ago, my uncle died on Christmas Eve, so there's been a certain poignancy about it ever since. But I still look forward to it and to remembering him.

I enjoy buying a couple gifts for each family member. I kind of like being able to smile and think, "I know you pretty well, eh?" This year, when asked what I wanted, I said a cast iron teapot. I couldn't think of anything else. And college is a pretty nice year-round present, so hey.... I'm not too worried about it. I like having something to open along with everyone else, but it's awkward if you've got the most presents in the room. Buh.

What I really really look forward to is the Christmas party that my extended music family has every year. It's a potluck situation and I see all these people I really care about and who helped raise me, and then we play music together. Can't wait.