Some say, Christmas is about the celebration of Christ's birth. A few say that it's all about the giving and receiving of gifts, while others say that it's merely about those noisy carolings on houses and jeepneys by annoying children.
Well, as early as November, Christmas carols are already heard almost everywhere. Magnificent Christmas lights and decors are all set in some houses, malls and other establishments. People began shopping for Christmas presents.
But behind those wonderful scenarios are the innocent eyes of those misfortunate ones on the streets, the poor families who, maybe in their entire life, haven't experienced yet the so called "noche buena". For them, Christmas is just one of those ordinary days on the cold streets, which they called home.
Lately, I see these individuals almost everyday, on my way to school and vice versa, but people just don't mind them. Sometimes I give them a peso or two, but oftentimes I don't. It's just that.. I'm afraid that they might use it to buy some rugby, or even illegal drugs. I would rather give them food. But everytme I ignore these poor ones, my conscience keeps on knocking in my heart. It's as if it's talking to me and reminding of God's words, "Help your brother".
It made me realize that, indeed, Christmas is about the celebration of Christ's birth, a reminder of how much God loves us that He gave his only begotten son, Jesus Christ. He sent His son to teach us to love one another, and so as to help our brothers who are needy.
This Christmas, may we extend our hands to our brothers who need our help, even a prayer for them will do. It's always been a nice feeling to know you've helped other people and made them happy even for a while. May we share some of our blessings to them, the graces which God had given to us.
☺ phyne19 ♫
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