It’s almost time for Christmas and the festivity is in full bloom, withChristmas trees and decorations being put up at people’s homes andin hotels and malls. The city is lit up and everyone across the globe isgearing up for the festive season. Joy and happiness has filled the air,as has laughter and revelry. It’s a time to come together with familyand loved ones and soak in the festivities collectively. You & I bringsto you our annual Christmas special wherein we took a peek intothe homes of some well-known families of the city to know what theirChristmas will be like. Take a look at the Feature story to see whatthey had to say.On the cover are the gorgeous Erica Benedetto, a counsellor at theInternational School of Hyderabad, and Varsha Reddy, a familiar facein the city’s social circle, who share their Christmas plans with us.The holiday season calls for a lot of binge eating, and trying tomaintain a diet or fitness regimen at this time can become quitechallenging. But fret not as our Mind & Body suggests someguidelines to follow during this time to avoid putting on too muchweight.Sensational Spaces guides you around the Khanapur farmhouse,Ayurvan, of Archita and Chittaranjan Reddy, a home with mostcherished memories. Filled with interesting curios and objects,Ayurvan perfectly blends Telanganas heritage into a singletranscendent whole.A former blogger and currently a fashion consultant and contributor toHarpers Bazaar India, Lauren Norling speaks out about her love forwhat she does in our People section. Although she doesn’t hail fromHyderabad, Lauren has spent a large part of the last 15 years in thecity, on work and visits. Be sure to read what this fashionista enjoysabout the Christmas season.