18 Years Without Christmas: My First Holiday Celebration

Imagine living your entire childhood without Christmas—no tree, no lights, no presents, and no holiday magic. In this video, I share my personal journey of experiencing Christmas for the very first time at the age of 18. From growing up in a strict environment where celebrating holidays was forbidden to finally stepping into a world filled with festive cheer, this is a story of discovery, joy, and the power of new beginnings.

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Chapters:

00:00:00 Growing Up in the FLDS Without Christmas

00:02:23 Why We Didn't Celebrate Christmas

00:05:03 Childhood Memories of Christmas and Rebellion in St George

00:07:27 Embracing New Christmas Traditions

00:10:04 Embracing Christmas Traditions Together

00:12:33 Embracing Christmas Traditions: Celebrating Jesus Christ and Family

00:15:03 Navigating Traditions and Santa Claus Beliefs

00:17:32 Cherished Christmas Traditions and Memories

00:20:05 Embracing the Spirit of Christmas Without Religious Belief

00:22:41 Wishing You a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

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