Xmas 2023

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Across
  1. 3. Santa’s mode of transportation
  2. 6. God with us
  3. 8. Long established ritual
  4. 10. Marked by the lighting of candles
  5. 13. Festive songs
  6. 14. Decorative item hung on a front door
  7. 17. Flock attendants
  8. 21. Name for the Archangel who visited Mary
  9. 23. Gift bearers guided by a star
  10. 24. Popular destination during sunny weather
  11. 25. Deep emotional attachment
  12. 26. Sources of light
  13. 29. New Zealand Christmas Tree
  14. 30. A character is known for disliking Christmas
  15. 31. Item hung by the chimney
  16. 32. Revel in delight
  17. 34. Red-leafed plant
Down
  1. 1. Heavenly messenger
  2. 2. Christmas plant that encourages people to kiss
  3. 4. Wrapped offerings
  4. 5. Festive cookie
  5. 7. Shiny decorations
  6. 9. Often decorated during Christmas
  7. 11. Ancient offering
  8. 12. Edible symbol of the holiday season
  9. 15. Charity and generosity
  10. 16. The birthplace of Jesus
  11. 17. Celestial body that shines at night
  12. 18. Popular Christmas dessert in New Zealand
  13. 19. A jolly gift-giver
  14. 20. Biblical figure born in Bethlehem
  15. 22. Expression of amusement
  16. 27. A popular Christmas ballet
  17. 28. Often glazed and roasted
  18. 33. Reason for Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem