Well, it's that time of year again, isn't it?  The time when we all groan about how much food we've eaten, or how many presents we have had to buy for relatives we don't know, and how poor we're going to be in the New Year.  It's a time of Joy and Happiness all round, really...  :P

I swear that sometimes we miss the point of the whole day, people.  Now don't get me wrong - I'm not gonna get all religious and start quoting chapter and verse from the Bible to you all - but Christmas is more than just about giving presents and eating FAR too much food.

Having just gotten back from Midnight Mass, I have just seen one side of what Christmas is all about.  The religious bits involving Joseph and Mary and Jesus.  Christmas Eve is one of the only times in the year I go to Church, and over the past few years, I've enjoyed the Mass and the Carols that go with it.  This is part of what Christmas is about...

The other part I plan on doing in about eight hours.  Spending time with and enjoying the company of family and loved ones.  Later this morning, I plan on going over to my parent's house to spend time with my Mum and Dad, and also with my sister (Shorty) and her fiance (Mr. Mike).  People I love dearly and with whom I plan on spending my morning.  The afternoon I plan on spending with my lovely girlfriend Kate and her family.  They have welcomed me to their family celebrations - something for which I am quite grateful.  :)

For me, Christmas is less about the presents and food, and more about the people you spend it with.  I shall be in the company of people I care for and respect, and that means I plan on having a GREAT day.  :D

For ALL of you in Gamespot Land - wherever you may be on our lovely planet - I wish you a safe and Happy Christmas.  May you spend time with those you love and enjoy your day, whether it be a massive family get together, or a quiet day with your partner.  May you have enough food to eat, and possibly even receive some special gifts from those around you.

But in all, make sure you relax, have fun and have a MERRY CHRISTMAS, people!  :D

(Oh, and don't forget to Game on!  :))