Compiled by Cynthia Gibson in Leimert Park Village.
Los Angeles
“When I was about 10 years old, me and my cousin were at each other’s houses rumbling and searching closets and everywhere for our Christmas presents. Those were great days.”
Los Angeles
“It was last year, because I was living far out in the Inland Empire, I would barely see my parents. I came down to L.A. on Christmas morning and they already had turkey and ham and fresh biscuits.”
Los Angeles
“2020 was a beautiful Christmas. I was just blessed to be here and be with my family and getting back in that festive spirit. … Listening to good music and being around my loved ones.”
Los Angeles
“I remember the struggles that we had to go through and I remember my parents carrying a lot of gifts. Even though they said Santa Claus did it, I know that they were Santa Claus.”
