In Romania, many crafts disappeared with the death of the last people who were taught to make different things or objects. Their knowledge was passed on to young people who were interested. Now nobody is interested anymore. That's how I see you. Trying to keep the classic tradition of Christmas, the joy of preparation, and the joy of the family gathering under the tree to hand out presents... Soon, probably, that will be gone. Gifts will be brought by couriers.
I'm not sure about that, Dan. Most people I know are very big into the traditional Christmas, but, perhaps that is only the people I know.
Like so many other things in life, it doesn't really matter to me. I love the Joy of the Season and will celebrate it until I die. :) You misunderstand about the gifts. I love buying for people that need it, but, we don't get gifts just because it is Christmas. The gift of time, perhaps. Little kids are exempt from all this. I gift with great joy and it is never anything extravagant or expensive. Peoples needs are met easily with a reasonable amount of money. I do spend a lot of time seeking out a perfect gift, but, it is actually rare for me to buy. It is rare for me to go into a store (unless it is for food!) and spend moeny. I rarely do that.
I hope it never turns out as you predict. That sounds horrible!
Well, I exaggerated a bit!
Yes, and I think gifts should especially reach the children. Things have degenerated a bit in our house and everyone gives presents to everyone present at the celebration. It's getting harder and harder...