Quote by Monica Seles

I never really did Christmas before. Christmas Day? I mean - what's that? What's it all about? I was always flying on Christmas Day.

I never really did Christmas before. Christmas Day? I mean -

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their unfamiliarity with the holiday season, particularly Christmas. They mention not having celebrated Christmas in the past due to always being occupied with travel or work. The rhetorical questions "What's that?" and "What's it all about?" imply genuine confusion, indicating that the speaker lacks knowledge or understanding of the significance and traditions associated with Christmas. This quote highlights the speaker's detachment from the holiday and their curiosity about its meaning and customs.

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Christmas

By Monica Seles

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