About the Story

Christmas Holly is a story about a young man who finds himself questioning the meaning of Christmas. Jatin is a typical teenage boy who suddenly feels the tension and the competitiveness of being a high school student and athlete.

Seasonal Setting

Though the story is told during the season of Christmas, a season of hope and cheer, Jatin does not feel any of these emotions. He is overcome with sadness and grief in his heart. He does not understand this. "What could it mean?"

Themes

Christmas Holly is a story about life, change, and growing up.