Winters mark the beginning of festivities and as we usher into the last month of the year, I can feel the festive cheer in the air. This is my first Christmas abroad, away from home and I’m already in the Christmas spirit out here in Beijing. We are living in an apartment which is just adjacent to a mall and this whole place is decorated with lights, wreath, Xmas trees and all the other possible Christmas decorations. The moment I step out of the building I see the streets shining bright in the divine lights of Christmas. The sight is totally breathtaking and cheerful.
So the first task I had after thanksgiving is to find a place where I won’t be fleeced, hence I went online and checked for places. The other day I was out with few expat friends for lunch and they wanted to go to Yashow Market for some shopping, I tagged along and guess what I found my perfect little Christmas tree here.
The bargain ritual began as soon as the shopkeeper realized how badly I wanted that tree, but now being a pro at this task I did not budge on the price and picked up this beauty for 50 Yuan’s ( rs500). These are some perks of living in Beijing.
My husband was pleasantly surprised with my shopping skills, and then our hunt began for Christmas tree decorations and ornaments. I was suggested a lot of places, but the best and nearest option was the Ladies Street market. I felt like a small child and the excitement of Christmas free stronger when I saw so many cute little shops full of Xmas trees and so many decorations options. I almost raided these stores, bargained like a pro and landed up with my set of ornaments and lights all for just 150 Yuan.
I couldn’t have asked for more, this was one of the most memorable shopping experience.
For me Christmas is all about being with Family, sharing a delicious meal, singing Christmas Carols and having a lot of fun. My best memories of Christmas have been those of my childhood, helping my grandmother bake the most delicious Rum & Fruit Cake and setting up the tree at my house. I miss her every day, but I miss her even more during Christmas. I hope and pray that each one of you out there have a blessed Christmas…!!! Happy Holidays 🙂
PS: Christmas is all about celebrating the spirit of giving, so do help someone who’s in need and do not forget to share your Christmas goodies.
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43 comments
thts cool shopping!! merry christmas and God bless! 🙂
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Thanks Supriya..!!! Merry Christmas to you too 🙂
The tree looks amazing.:-)My Holiday plan is to spend time with my family
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Thanks Jhilmil, festivals are fun with family. Have a blast 🙂
wow arunima…
u really brought the yuletide spirit with this post… lovely…
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Thanks Tarry, m glad you loved the post. Merry Crhistmas
Merry Christmas Arunima, I really like to see your fun posts, your pics are a treat to eyes. Have a blast Christmas <3
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Awww thanks a lot Arzoo, I’m glad you loved the pics and the post. Merry Christmas to you too 🙂
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ahh.. this is so much fun… Even I have santa cap which I plan to wear on X-mas 🙂
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ohh yes it is fun…Especially when you have your family and friends around. Have a blessed Christmas shikha 🙂
ARUNIMA SINGH would like you to read…DHOOM All The Way…This Christmas!!!
Oh… this is such fun post loved reading this 🙂
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thanks a bunch, m glad u loved the post 🙂
ARUNIMA SINGH would like you to read…DHOOM All The Way…This Christmas!!!
This is so cool! Nice that you found all the interesting places so soon Arunima! :selamat
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thanks Shivi, I had no choice but to be enterprising here 🙂
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Very festive and beautiful like the tree and you look pretty.
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Awww thanks so much Jackie, Wish you a Merry Christmas hun
ARUNIMA SINGH would like you to read…DHOOM All The Way…This Christmas!!!
Awww you and the lil Christmas tree both look cute and adorb :*
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hey thanks so much 🙂
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Lovely tree hun. Happy Holidays.
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Thanks so much Simera. Happy holidays to you too 🙂
lovely pics and u look cute in the last pic!
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Awww Thanks Radha 🙂
ARUNIMA SINGH would like you to read…Colorbar Perfect Match Primer: Review & Swatches
Christmas is always spending and bonding time with family and relatives.. 🙂
Natasha (Nats) would like you to read…100 Posts old !!
Very True Natasha, And i’m so missing out on all the family fun here.
beautiful pictures dear.. u look all set for christmas.. 😛
looking pretty in santa hat.. 😀 😀
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Thanks Poo, Yes Christmas sets in early here… I’m glad you liked the pics 🙂
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Love your last pic.
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Awww thank you so much Subha 🙂
ARUNIMA SINGH would like you to read…Colorbar Perfect Match Primer: Review & Swatches
This was a lovely read Aru, loved the last pic, you look incredibly cute 🙂 He he, you got some great deals, no wonder your hubby was surprised.. 😛 😛 I’m missing rum cake already!!!
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ha ha ha thanks Esha, learned that bargaining helps in getting good deals out here in Beijing. I so miss my Granny’s Rum Cake 🙁
ARUNIMA SINGH would like you to read…Colorbar Perfect Match Primer: Review & Swatches
These pics are making me want to wear a santa cap and sing carols!
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ha ha ha Swati, We did some carols at home while setting up the tree. 🙂
ARUNIMA SINGH would like you to read…Colorbar Perfect Match Primer: Review & Swatches
You have mould me into the X’mas feel 🙂 .. Lovely clicks – Beautifully decorated babe :*
You look very pretty 🙂 <3
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Aww thanks Vipra, the thought was to spread the Xmas Cheer. <3 xoxo Merry Christmas babe
ARUNIMA SINGH would like you to read…DHOOM All The Way…This Christmas!!!
That’s a lovely christmas tree hun…Hope you have great fun there 🙂 <3
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Awww thanks so much Saniya. You have a great Christmas too darling 🙂
YAY! Christmas is here! Loved reading the festive post.
Happy holiday!
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hey thanks Sahana, M glad you loved the post 🙂
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u look very cute 🙂
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Awww thanks so much Krithi 🙂
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you look so cute.. loved reading the post! Merry Christmas 🙂
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thanks Mayuri, Merry Christmas to you too babes 🙂
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Wow, wonderful blog. And may your Christmas be also as special and unique as you are!