I suppose there is still one good thing about Christmas. That's the gifts. No, not the fact that I get them. It's not the actual possessions that make me glad. It's that someone cared enough to go out and think about what I would like, and then bought it. It is by no means required of them to do so, and I often feel bad that I cannot return their good deed in present form (I'm getting a job, really I am!). Even getting a Christmas card from someone is really special to me. They actually thought about me, and had a desire to share, well, I suppose the "holiday spirit" with me. As cheesy as it sounds, it really is the thought that counts.

Despite our gripes and grudges against the holiday season, I would like to wish a good time and happiness to all. Very special thanks to everyone who thought about me, and I'm very sorry I can't always return the kindness. Arigatou, minna-san. It really means a lot to me. No matter what holiday it is you celebrate, I hope you have a good one.