Dear Fellow Citizens of St. Maarten,
I again have the privilege to wish each and every one of you a blessed and joyous Christmas. I hope that you will be able to spend this holiday with your friends, families and loved ones and that you may be able to share in the joy which this season brings with it. At Christmas we remember firstly the birth of Christ that heralded the salvation of mankind. This is why we celebrate.
I hope that you will also take a moment to reflect during this festive season on those amongst us who are not as fortunate in being surrounded by friends and family; who due to whatever circumstances may not be able to spend this Christmas the way they would like to spend it. Those who are ill, lonely or destitute. I urge you in any way you can to exhibit a sense of compassion and community, not only this Christmas, but throughout the year.
Christmas is a season for merriment and cheer and I hope this is celebrated and enjoyed by all. We have a rich holiday culture here on St. Maarten and I encourage all to celebrate what makes Christmas special for us.
I would like to wish all a very Merry Christmas; may you spend it joyfully and safely, and let us join together in the spirit of Brotherhood, Peace and the Unity which exemplifies this most joyful of Holidays.
From the Cabinet of the Prime Minister
