Winter break is known for being not only the longest break from school, but it is seen as more exciting because of the holidays. My break was memorable because of Christmas and New Years.
Tradition has always been important in my family, and although I had just moved across the country less than a year ago, my mother was still adamant on spending time with our family, going to church and cooking a lot. My cousin had moved to Sun Valley, so we spent our first Christmas in Los Angeles in a heated church in eighty degree weather, and then of course having a lavish dinner after opening our presents. My favorite part of Christmas has always been the religious celebrations because to me, it displays the true meaning of Christmas.
This Christmas I got a lot of thoughtful gifts from people who really know me well. My best friends gave me jewelry, signed copies of books that are by Lena Dunham and Neil Patrick Harris, clothing, perfume, a Starbucks frappuccino charm, makeup and earbuds. My family gave me countless gift cards since they know I love to shop. My brother made me a decorative ornament that he made in his art class. I gave out similar gifts to my best friends - jewelry and books. I gave my mother nail polish and a necklace, and my brother a new computer game.
New Years has always been exciting for me because that's when I spent time with my friends since I don't see them for the rest of the three weeks. One of my close friends wanted to celebrate her birthday at Knott's Berry Farm in Orange County, and after having to plan out the entire day in a few weeks, it was definitely worth it. I absolutely love amusement parks, and I was glad I got to ring in the new year with my best friends - after getting off another rollercoaster, of course.
Overall, I enjoyed my winter break, and I'm glad I got to spend it in Los Angeles since it's my first year living here. I hope I can spend many more winter breaks here.
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