December 16. . .

December 16. I remember when I was a kid I would wake up at 3:30 in the morning to attend misa de gallo. And instead of going back to bed after mass, I would watch some Scooby Doo and eat breakfast. 
December 16. The time when I could finally pop in our Christmas CDs in the player without anyone telling me it's the wrong time of the month to play them. 
December 16. When children start to roam around the subdivision with their self-made instruments. Singing "Maki karol kami!" from house to house, waiting for coins or candies to be given to them.
December 16. When I start hanging out at the porch, sitting on the rocking chair, waiting for carolers, and giving them lollipops and coins. 
December 16. When my my whole body thinks it's already Christmas break, and I shouldn't be doing anything except bore myself with boredom.
December 16. When I truly feel Christmas time is near. . ♥