Sofia Yaroshak

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Sofia Yaroshak

Sofia Yaroshak

13 years old, Odesa, Ukraine
Literature, Prose

Creative work:
My Christmas story (Sofia Yaroshak)

Teacher Natalia Kyrienko
Odesa Lyceum No. 15 of the Odesa City Council

World Stars: Beginning contest. Season 2

My Christmas story

Christmas is my favorite holiday because it’s bright and joyful. Christmas is more peaceful and kinder than many other days of the year. Family dinners are longer and more pleasant than usual meals. Christmas music sounds happier and louder than everyday songs. Houses look more colourful and nicer because of lights and decorations. Every December I wait for this time, because everything feels warm and happy.

My family and I started to decorate our Christmas tree. A Christmas tree is as important as the heart of the home during the holiday. We put shiny balls, stars, and bright lights on it. We listened to music, laughed, and talked while we were decorating. The house felt cozy and beautiful.

In the evening my mom asked me to take a small gift to my grandmother. She lives close to us, and we always visit her for Christmas. I walked to her house with the gift. When my grandmother opened it, she smiled and hugged me. She invited me inside and gave me warm tea. Then she decided to tell me about her Christmas when she was a little girl. She remembered Christmas in the past as a quiet and magical time. Evenings were longer and calmer, like a peaceful winter dream. She said they didn’t have many presents, but they were always happy. She remembered the smell of tasty homemade food. The food was more traditional and tastier than modern food. People were kinder and more patient, like close friends. Christmas was like a warm light in a cold winter.

When I went home, snow was falling slowly from the sky. Snowflakes were soft and light like feathers. The weather was magical. The evening was peaceful and perfect for a Christmas walk. I felt calm and thankful. I understood that Christmas is not only about gifts, but about love, family, and good memories. I walked home smiling.

I knew this Christmas was special. It was simple, warm, and full of love. I will always remember it. This made my Christmas special.

© Sofia Yaroshak

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