Christmas in July - Yay or Nay?
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Despite my love of gift wrapping, 2 rounds of Christmas cheer both in July and December each year seemed excessive. However, now that my Christmas in July event draws closer I am warming to the idea, as its the paired back version of its merchandised older December sibling. Could Christmas in July be the answer to our commercialised, stress filled family events?
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Yes to more Christmas!
No! Christmas can be seen in the shops in August anyway
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