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Christmas in the philippines
Christmas is a big holiday in the Philippines.Though Christmas in the Philippines may have been influenced by European traditions in the latter part of its history,its own traditions have surpassed the changing times.This has made Christmas in the Philippines quite unique.During the cold nights, people would crave for bibingka and puto bumbong.These are delicacies specially prepared during the Christmas season.They would often be served on bananaleaves topped with butter or margarine and grated coconutmeat.It wouldn’t be uncommon to find the local folks bringing out their Christmas decorations. The star of the season in the Philippines isn’t really the Christmas tree but the Christmas star locally known as the Parol.You will find Parols hanging just about anywhere from malls, to offices,and even in the modest Filipino homes.Starting on December 16, a large portion of the population would flock to attend Mass at their local Catholic congregation.This part of the Philippine Catholic tradition is called Misa de Gallo or locally known as Simbang Gabi in the native vernacular. It translates to Masses at Cock’s Crow, which is usually held either very early in the morning(sometimes at the early hour of 3 a.m., others at dusk).This is a religious Christmas tradition that has been passed on through centuries. Caroling would also be heard during the Christmas season in the Philippines.You’ll get to see a gang of little walking from house to house (even car to car in some cities,but that is actually outlawed for security reasons) singing the old time favorite Filipino Christmas carols. Even the older generation may go about caroling as well. Employees in the Philippines would usually be treated to a long five-day vacation during the Christmas week since some employers would want their employees to spend time with their families (though there are industries that would also require people to work during the holidays).Christmas Eve is often celebrated by families at home enjoying a Christmas dinner at midnight.This tradition is called Noche Buena. It is a time for thanksgiving and a time for families to be together. Friends may also be invited to the Noche Buena and this is often a great honor.Gifts would usually be given during the Noche Buena or Christmas morning.Christmas in the Philippines is a time for families.It is a time of gift giving and a time for warm friendships during the Christmas season. [SIZE 2]Source: Kim, Philippines Insider me and GC stronger than ever....i love you baby |
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and love your very thoughtful way of writing , makes any reader feel like they are actually their...thanks again,
(from Ching and
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 gosh im cracking up so hard right now ~~pinkThoughts~~ | |||
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Christmas here in ROI is very dull. All the malls are close.No public transport 'cept for taxi- if you fancy paying lots it be fine but for the likes of me who is broke most this time of the year its not an option. The whole street is deserted and you better do your food shopping before the 24th or you end up fasting on the 25th, all the grocery shops are close. The last time i had christmas back home was in 1991, with a blackeye- dont ask why. oh imiss home! there is no place like home talaga. What's an ROI sis? Oh how come that the people there are KJ's about Christmas? The truth is i dont believe in Christmas- only in the birth of Christ though of course. But anyways, a BLACKeye sis??? hehehe... can i ask you about it over ym? lol! Must be a very memorable christmas for you then sis lol! ~~pinkThoughts~~ | |||
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Republic of Ireland ching. yup will talk abt the bloody black eye in ym! Lol bloody blackeye! You're naturally funny sis!
Christmas in the Philippines is observed in a simple way but its joyous tradition is still observed like the Noche Buena, Simbang Gabi, Manito-manita (exchange gifts by draws). Although i think such practice has laid low already. Noche Buena (christmas dinner at midnight) is not complete without lechon, queso de bola and hamon or ham! ~~pinkThoughts~~ | |||
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WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY OF BRILLIANT PEOPLE MY DEAR FRIEND, NATHALIEEEEE #:D# my friend i want to dedicated the song "THANKS TO YOU" that is for you...thnks for inviting me here.love yeah sistahh... | |||
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welcome nathalie...we knew u would be coming, so gald u did... and love your very thoughtful way of writing , makes any reader feel like they are actually their...thanks again, (from Ching and I) luvstud83thanks for welcoming me here in this group and thanks you like my post.always take care of my friend.. |
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