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When did we start popping fireworks on Christmas? Houston residents left wondering

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Is it just me, or has setting off fireworks on Christmas Day become the new norm?

Picture this: you’re gathered with family and friends, celebrating the warmth and joy of Christmas Day. Suddenly, the serene evening is shattered by loud, explosive noises.

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At first, many, like myself, might think there’s a shooting or feel startled by the unexpected sounds. Fireworks are a spectacle we typically associate with New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day... but Christmas?

In the Houston area, fireworks are flying off the shelves as people gear up to welcome the new year with a bang. Yet, it seems many are eager to ignite their celebrations early, lighting up the night sky on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

While these vibrant displays are undeniably beautiful against the backdrop of a winter night, they are something I’m not accustomed to seeing on Christmas. Is this a new tradition taking root, or am I simply out of touch with the evolving ways we celebrate?

I’d love to hear your thoughts. Did you find joy in the unexpected fireworks on Christmas night, or did they disrupt your holiday peace? Let me know if you embraced or despised this colorful twist to the Christmas festivities!


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Award-winning journalist, mother, YouTuber, social media guru, millennial, mentor, storyteller, University of Houston alumna and Houston-native.

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