It is the 26th of December, 2021. A day after Christmas. After one of the most challenging Christmas, in the middle of a sweeping pandemic, it is time to reflect.
Now, why do we call it a Boxing Day? Many people think it is a day to box each other. In fact, in some parts of Kenya, people organized a wrestling match to celebrate this day.
But the truth is, a boxing day has nothing to do with wrestling. It was a day set aside for people to unwrap the gifts they had received during the Christmas Day.
History indicates that Boxing Day was a day when the rich used to box up gifts and give to the poor. It was also meant to be a resting day for civil servants.
Since it is an international day, it is celebrated all over the world. This year’s Boxing Day falls on a Sunday. The Government of Kenya has declared Monday a public holiday.
Simply, don’t fight. But do one good did go the less fortunate. Happy holidays.