Merry Everything: Why We All Need a Second Christmas Day
The National Van de Kamp Christmas vacation has officially begun. Here's my annual video e-card - and some thoughts on the Dutch "Tweede Kerstdag".
Merry Everything
This year, let’s embrace inclusivity in all its forms—not just in holiday greetings but in the way we approach the entire season. From my corner of the world to yours, I wish you a Merry Everything.
I hope you’ll celebrate a holiday season filled with joy, adventure, and memories worth sharing. This time of year is about more than just gifts and glitter—it’s about connection, reflection, and maybe even rethinking how we celebrate. And as I dive into my annual holiday break, I have one suggestion:
Let’s take some advice from the Dutch and introduce the world to "Second Christmas Day."
Why the World Needs a Second Christmas Day
In the Netherlands, Christmas doesn’t end after Christmas dinner. There’s no mad rush to return unwanted gifts or scramble for post-holiday sales like Boxing Day in North America. Instead, the Dutch celebrate "Eerste en Tweede Kerstdag" (First and Second Christmas Day). It’s not about spending more money—it’s about spending more time.
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