Delicacies are laid on the table as hymns reverberate to break the silence.

The world
seems to be at peace to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ – our savior.
Before the clock strikes midnight, we wait. 10 seconds left and the countdown begins. 9
seconds, racing with time are people’s palpitating heart beats. 8 seconds pass and eyes twinkle in
the night. 7 seconds in anticipation, it’s so close yet so far away. 6 seconds and thoughtful minds
imagine how happy that someone will be to receive their gift. 5 seconds and clammy hands make
their presence known. 4 seconds 3 seconds 2 seconds 1 second