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Behind the closed dark veils I saw a faint yellow glow coming in and out like a signal. Slowly opening my eyes, I blinked a few times to adjust my sight to the sudden burning light blinding me for a second. It took some additional blinks till the blur faded. The scent of burnt coil and cedar wood tickled my nostrils and a familiar heat caressed my face. A fireplace! How nostalgic! A warm cozy hearth burnt enchantingly. Heated flames licked the woods with great hunger as they danced gracefully here and there, almost hypnotizing me with their slow rhythm to another wave of sleepiness. The sudden cackles breaking the silence were the only distraction which kept me awake. This year’s winter had gotten quite cold, taking everyone in the neighborhood by surprise. Regardless of the howling winds and frostbites, Christmas went warmly fun with the families gathered around. Fortunately, nothing hindered the holy ceremonies and table prayers. The children’s gifts were also