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Christmas is the time of the year when loved ones and friends gather to warm the enduring ties that bind.
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SINGAPORE – My youngest daughter once asked me: “What’s the spirit of Christmas?”
At that time, we were decorating the Christmas tree, a yearly family affair. I cannot remember my answer to her. I might have cavalierly told her about opening presents and enjoying the school holidays.

