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7 little things that really make your Christmas

The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.

WHAT MAKES CHRISTMAS special for you?

One of the best things about this time of year is the Christmas spirit in the air. This starts to build long before 25 December with the expectant build up and everything that includes.

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From nursing your over-shopped legs to getting your festive gingerbread latte, even the smallest things about this time of year can make you feel warm and fuzzy inside.

1. Clocking off work for the last time before Christmas

What could feel more glorious than knowing that you are free to eat an entire tube of Pringles and watch movies until the wee hours without having to get up for work?

Nothing.

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2. Driving home listening to Christmas FM

Nothing says Christmas spirit like listening to Christmas music by choice.

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3. Catching up with old friends

Who cares if you only see each other once a year?

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4. Getting to wear your cringey Christmas jumper – loud and proud.

You would never dream of wearing such a thing any other time of the year but at Christmas?

Work it.

5. Festive pyjamas

No, these are not just for children. They were in the adult section…I swear.

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6. Questionable Christmas movies

Who cares if you have seen it ten times already? It’s tradition.

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 7. Food, glorious food

From selection boxes and mince pies to the main event – the Christmas dinner. Festive food is arguably one of the best things about this time of year.

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Or leaving some food out for Rudolph on Christmas Eve? This year Centra have got you covered for all your Christmas magic. If you pop into your nearest Centra on Christmas Eve, you can get a free Irish grown carrot for Rudolph and Co. See Centra.ie for more information. Merry Christmas from Centra – have a great holiday season. 

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