Season of Sensibility Written by Alejandro Neufeld Christmas was upon us, and even though the Lethbridge area was free of snow, one visit to Park Place Mall or the city centre reminded us that Santa was almost ready to visit our city. The anticipation of family reunions, movie marathons, and a hearty meal excited us, getting us right into the Christmas spirit. The joy was palpable and infectious to the point that we often forgot about budgets and bills while shopping for gifts for family, friends, or that special someone in our lives. When January rolled around, and we checked our bank accounts, we were often shocked at how much…