Christmas spirit

now that Christmas is here, I've been thinking about the Christmas spirit. Stereotypically, the Christmas spirit is happiness. I find, though, that few people are actually happy around Christmas. personally, the coming of Christmas doesn't change my mood. Sure, on Christmas eve I'm full of anticipation, but other than that i just feel normal for the month of December. And then I get criticized for having no Christmas spirit. tell me though, does anyone really just feel calm and happy for the holidays? I think that the real Christmas spirit is stressing out over how little money there is or getting the presents bought and wrapped on time. Therefore, in my opinion, the meaning of Christmas spirit really has been lost. No one really knows how you "should" feel on Christmas. Help the Christmas spirit! Next year, don't pretend to be happy, but spread joy and encourage others. Be a man (or woman) and bring a new meaning to Christmas spirit.