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   I have never been a proficient writer, but with 2015 just around the corner, I feel my last post for the year should mean something to me, my family, and to the person—who so dearly—asked for it. I shall try my best. 

           So here's to a dear friend, a loving family and the indescribable joy I

                             experienced during this time of the year.                      

     With all of the ups and downs me and my family have had in the last few years, It had become improbable, and almost undesirable to celebrate Christmas. My father's, my brother's and my own character never allowed us to feel particularly overjoyed by Christmas. Mom, however, had always tried her best to change that, but she was always unsuccessful to crop any results from the amount of effort she put into it.

     For her fortune (and for our own,) it only took regaining contact with a handful of family members, the peaceful course of a few months, and a bit of luck for us to take the spirit back. 

     This year, unlike previous others, we made a Christmas tree (Fuck yea!), lit up and adorned the house, played loud music (Typical Hispanic family,) cooked more than we could keep in the fridge, and hosted ALL the family meetings this month. and although it's exhausting to clean after people so many times, it did not really matter to me this time, I did not even think of it; never had I felt happier to have people coming over, especially from such different places, and we're still having more.

     Today is Christmas (Yes! It is still the 25th here,) and no matter if it's because of culture, being used to it just for the sake of celebrating, Christmas is the time to enjoy in family. Please, do your best to ignore the religious and material components of the festivity; instead, gather up with your loved ones and share happiness the way we are meant to do so: together.

     I will, however, not forget to mention the importance of sharing with friends; those people who should be considered extended family, or that I consider so. People who, even at the other side of the Atlantic, have given me shared with me, and who have given me the best gift anyone could ask for this time of the year. Their time, loyalty and a piece of them they know could be easily broken: a trusting heart. This has helped me learn that distance is a cold-hearted bitch, but as hard as it tries, it cannot prevent two people from feeling close. 

       Yes, you, the girl with the curly, blonde hair, it is you I am referring to xD! 

     I was never particularly gifted in this matter, but I hope you, Marika—my dear friend and only reader—enjoy this load of words that although do not focus entirely on our friendship, I have especially arranged for you and your amusement; you can consider this my Christmas present for you...

      Also. I want to thank you for the almost two years of friendship; believe me when I tell you I am looking forward to so much more. :D 

      

  Merry Christmas and prosperous 2015.