[Coco] Christmas Downunder

[Richard E. Crislip]

Hello Bob

On 12/25/07, Bob Devries wrote:
> Yes, Christmas is different here....
>
> According to legend (and Rolf Harris, Aussie singer/song writer from
> the 60's), Santa's sleigh is pulled by 6 white boomers... which are big
> old-man kangaroos.
>
> Although many people still have the traditional European Christmas
> dinner, most have a Christmas lunch of cold-cuts (chicken, ham, salads
> etc), and laze around the pool (if they have one) or in air-conditioned
> comfort. T-shirts and shorts and thongs (aka flip-flops) are definitely
> the mode of dress for the day.
>
> Christmas Carols are sung in the local park, with people sitting around
> on the grass, and are led in song by local celebrities (usually singers
> from local churches).
>
> Yes, it's different, but all the same, a very pleasant time.
>
> Have a great holiday season.
>

Regards

Merry Christmas Bob and thanks for the Aussie insights.

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