I think it is safe to say that a big part of the world's population are currently consumed by all things Christmas, possibly with visions of sugar plums dancing in their heads at this very moment. The festive consumption may be direct or subconsciously absorbed through the likes of giant Christmas trees or carols being played whilst shopping. During the month of December there really isn't anything better than immersing yourself in the festive season. I really enjoy re-visiting the familiar annual events like the various Christmas markets or seeing the fairy lights in the trees and the opening of the downtown ice rink. However, I also relish the opportunity to discover new festive activities as well as exploring the ones I may have had my eye on the previous year, but for whatever reason did not partake. Furthermore, deep-rooted traditions are what I live for and whilst I may not get the pleasure of them every year, maybe due to geography or seasonal issues, I am still open-minded enough to welcome something that may just become a new tradition. With this in mind, I have composed a bit of a festive to do list with old & new things that I hope to achieve in the 2 weeks I have left before my summer Christmas down under:
- Attend the Vancouver Christmas Market outside of the Queen Elizabeth Theatre
- Consume as many Starbucks festive drinks as possible
- Make some Christmas cupcakes with the supplies I already bought from Michaels
- Go for an ice skate at the outdoor ice rink below Robson Square
- Walk through the Bright Nights in Stanley Park, possibly having my photo with Santa and a ride on the miniature train
- Check out the different Christmas window displays and just soak up the general ambiance of the festive season
- And of course, finish my Christmas shopping
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| A collage featuring some of my 2010 Vancouver festive season happy snaps |
It is quite a list, but I hope to cross everything off and, who knows, maybe I will come across a few extra fun things to add to it!
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