25 December – A Partridge in a Pear Tree Most people assume the Twelve Days of Christmas happen before the big day. In truth, Christmas Day itself is where the story begins. From 25 December through to early January, tradition gives us permission to slow down, reflect, and enjoy the idea of home a little more gently. It is a time when houses feel fuller, warmer, and more meaningful. That sense of meaning is what sits behind this series. The song has endured for centuries because it is playful, f