This article explores how Christmas is celebrated in Sabah, Malaysia, highlighting the state's multicultural environment and the unique traditions families embrace. It focuses on Filzah JamJam's experience celebrating Christmas with a close family friend, showcasing the inclusivity and warmth of Sabah's festive gatherings.
Among the most memorable traditions of Christmas for Filzilah and her family is decorating a live tree with her host’s family. — Picture courtesy of Filzilah JamJamas a first-time user . Exclusively for Malay Mail readers: Use codeKOTA KINABALU, Dec 24 — Sabah has a high incidence of mixed marriages, which means many families celebrate a variety of festivals together regardless of their beliefs.
“We all arrive the day before and get to decorate the tree with lights,” added the 30-something year-old architect with one son. “My wife is Sarawakian. Since being married and moving here, she no longer goes to church,” Andy, as he asked to be called by that one name, said. “There’s usually a BBQ, chicken wings, steaks, hot dogs... and whatever my wife and others feel like cooking.
“I have five siblings and my wife has nine, with a lot of mixed marriages, so it’s a very multiracial family.”His wife Fazar chipped in, “And besides, who doesn’t love a party?”
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