Every year on Christmas eve since I can remember I had been dragged by my parents to a Roman Catholic church in order to listen to the story of the birth of Jesus and why at this time of the year we need to promote good will toward men. We never went to church at any other time of the year other than Christmas eve, and never exhibited any praise or thanks to Jesus the day after while we were tearing apart our gifts and stuffing our faces with the Christmas feast. The priest explained to us that Jesus was born on exactly December 25th to a virgin mother who had an immaculate conception (ie God put his seed in her, and than convinced David to raise the kid). We listened to the story and believed his words because surely a priest wouldn't lie to us, than went to Chef Wong's for some of the best Chinese food ever. It wasn't until later in life that I began to question things like what does Santa, and decorating pine trees have to do with Jesus's birth? The priest didn't mention any of that when he was talking about people showering the baby born next to farm animals with gifts. But much like rabbits and Easter eggs I decided to just accept and enjoy it. But, without further ado, let's watch this video that will help us all take the "Christ" out of Chirstmas.
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