Christmas Then and Now: How The Season Has Changed Over 50 Years
by Dave Conley on December 19, 2025.
In my 50 years of life, the Christmas season has changed — not only for me personally, but in society as a whole. What was once a tradition-focused, family- and community-oriented season has slowly shifted into something more secular and convenience-driven. Here are my memories of Christmas over the past five decades — the trends,...