Christmas seems to arrive earlier every year, and in many Kenyan homes, the sparkle has already begun. This year, the Wajesus Family are among the first to bring out their tree, garlands and warm golden lights, turning their living room into a festive haven while the rest of us are still deciding whether it’s “too soon.” Their joyful videos have sparked a friendly debate online, when should the Christmas season officially begin?
The truth is, there is no such thing as “too early” when it comes to preparing for something joyful. In fact, if you wait until mid-December, the cost of décor tends to rise as demand increases. Many supermarkets and décor shops raise their prices the closer we get to Christmas, and some of the best pieces sell out fast. So beginning early is not only emotionally uplifting, it can also be financially smart.
For many families, decorating early is more than aesthetics. It is a chance to slow down and connect. After a long year of school schedules, work routines, and unexpected challenges, transforming the home into a warm, inviting Christmas space helps everyone unwind. Children especially enjoy having more time to participate, hanging ornaments, arranging nativity scenes, choosing where to place lights, and feeling proud of the final result.
Early decorating also stretches out the joy. Instead of celebrating for only a week or two, families get to enjoy a whole season of anticipation, storytelling, music and togetherness. Lighting up the house as the evenings grow longer adds an extra layer of comfort, reminding everyone that love, faith and family are at the center of this season.
And for parents, these moments create memories that last far beyond December. Years later, children may not remember the exact gifts they received, but they will remember how the house felt, the smell of chapatis or ginger tea, the laughter as they fluffed the tree branches, and the warmth of being together.
So whether your tree is already up like the Wajesus Family’s, or you are still planning your décor theme, remember that Christmas decorating is not about timing, it is about feeling. Start when your heart is ready. Start when your home could use a little light. Start when your family needs joy.
Because Christmas is not just a day. For many of us, it is a season we carry inside.
