How do you know it's Christmas?

Christmas is just around the corner. 3 days from now, to be exact. You can feel the atmosphere everywhere. But, in case you haven't notice it by now, here are the signs you can watch out for to know that Christmas is coming.

1. Christmas songs in the mall
Last week my Filipino colleague told me that in the Philippines, malls will start playing christmas songs and putting up decorations on 1st Sep every year. I guess Singaporeans are less kiasu when it comes to christmas....

2. Christmas decorations

In the office

At home


In the city

3. Christmas parties
Lots and lots of parties. This year I will be celebrating Christmas Eve at.... where else but Mansion du Stirling :)
We have been planning this party since a few weeks ago. Roast turkey + mashed potato + wine + company of friends = the joy of christmas.

4. Christmas gifts
Most of us will get our annual mug/candle/umbrella/paper weight/useless junk from gifts exchanges during the christmas parties. Especially now during the "recession" times.

Recession? Where? (http://www.kennysia.com/archives/2008/12/theres_a_queue.php)

5. Holiday weight


















Before and After

But.... this is good news for some people, e.g : gym owners, weight management programme business :P

6. Christmas fashion
Depending on where you live, you should dress appropriately.

Boston


Singapore

Australia

7. Last but not least, you know it's Christmas when you turn up at the office and all you see is this sign on everyone's desk.



Happy holidays everyone!