As of now, it is officially December! Which means… drumroll! Vestavia is gearing up for CHRISTMAS!! It is that time of year again; bells are jingling, houses are decorated with lights, and Christmas music is blasting on radios everywhere. But wait! Did Christmas really just begin? And when did everyone in Vestavia start listening to Christmas music?
After interviewing some students and faculty around the school about the beloved Christmas, I realized that everyone had many differing opinions. So here is the breakdown:
1. The “Christmas starts after Halloween!”
For some students here in Vestavia, Christmas starts right after Halloween. This leaves no room for Thanksgiving, which is definitely appreciated around here. Several students said they put up Christmas decorations on November 1st. These students argue that the best part of Christmas is the build-up, so the longer the build-up, the better!
A sophomore said, “That one station was playing Christmas music, so I’m going to listen to it.”
Some faculty members agree; Mrs. Hickman said, “I put my tree up before Thanksgiving.”
This group has been listening to Christmas music for a whole month.
2. The “Christmas after Thanksgiving”
This group of students think Christmas time starts after Thanksgiving, and people should wait to decorate their houses after Thanksgiving. This plan is Thanksgiving turkey-approved! Students in this group said they started listening to Christmas music after Thanksgiving. However, some say they started listening to Christmas music after Halloween but only put up decorations after Thanksgiving.
3. The “It’s December, time for Christmas!”
This third group of students argue Christmas truly begins in December. Students in this group argue too much build-up is excessive and will eliminate the excitement around Christmas. These students say people celebrating too early might grow bored of Christmas by the end. Gasp!
A student said, “If I start listening to Christmas music too early, I’ll grow tired of it.” So, these students start listening to Christmas music in December.
4. The “Christmas in July”
This last group of students argues Christmas is a lifestyle. Students in this group have been listening to Christmas music for a year!
A student revealed, “Christmas music belongs in July.” It’s definitely a hot take.
Some students in this group said they keep their Christmas tree up year-round!
Another student in this group said, “I have my own Christmas tree in my room.”
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