Every one of us has memorized one unique good and cheerful Christmas. For some of us it will be Christmas with our beloved family; for others Christmas with a long awaited and perfect gift by the Christmas tree. Somebody else will talk about an event which they have memorized in a unique and special way.

A few years ago on Christmas Eve afternoon I took from hospital my little two-day old son. I was not allowed to eat any cabbage, dumplings or fried carp. I remember the shining Christmas tree, my happy daughter by the mountain of presents, the remarkable atmosphere and the feeling that I had nearby all the most important people in my life. I would like to wish you all just such a magical Christmas.

Spend it as you like: with your whole family or only with your closest relatives; by a huge living Christmas tree or by a little artificial one; sitting at home at a richly covered table or at a posh restaurant. Let this time be for every one of you a moment of respite, rest and closeness.