The Holy Week-Easter transition is much different than the Advent-Christmas transition. It's not a complete turnaround, but a contiguous process. She must be on the donkey by now, getting started on the road to Bethlehem.
Here are a couple of things to get you into the spirit. One is an article in which I agree with you, re: the Advent-Christmas distinction. The other is an extremely cute video from simpler times. Enjoy! Cheers! Um, Happy Holidays!
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