Remember when our Christmas Holidays were about spending time with family and friends? How do we get those Christmas traditions back? Better yet, how do we start new ones? Keep reading for four great Christmas holiday traditions you can start with your family this year.
Plan a Caroling Party
To get the entire neighborhood into the Christmas holiday spirit, try planning a family caroling party. Not only is it fun, but you get two nights of activities out of it – one day to practice and prepare any props (candleholders, fun hats, etc.) and one night to actually go out and carol. Pick just two or three classic Christmas carols to sing and print off the words, so everyone can join in on the fun.
If you’re headed out caroling, remember to stick to the sidewalks, wear bright clothing and stick to your immediate neighborhood.
Create your Own ‘Photo with Santa’ Moment
There’s no need to spend hours in line at the mall waiting to get a photo with Santa and inevitably being sucked into an unnecessary purchase. Instead, turn photos with Santa into a family tradition. Make or get Dad a Santa costume and you can use it year-after-year and at family get-togethers for those memorable wish list moments.
Have a Family Baking Day
One of my favorite parts of Christmas are the sugar and shortbread Christmas cookies. Instead of spending hours slaving away in the kitchen by yourself, you can make a family day out of it. Simply stock up on piles of sprinkles, icing colors, cookie cutter shapes and decorations and start baking.
You can get the cookies in and out of the oven while the kids are busy decorating. Then, wrap them up with tissue in bundles of 6, tie them with ribbon and use them as quick, easy and affordable Christmas gifts. Don’t forget to save a few for yourselves!
Host a Christmas Open House
The holidays are a great time to get to know your neighbors and spend time with family, but with all the parties and activities, it can be hard to get everyone together for a set meal time. Instead, why not host an annual Christmas open house? Prepare some hot chocolate, sweet treats and a few munchies and let your guests know they’re welcome to pop in anytime that evening.
Instead of being forced to commit to an entire evening, guests can just pop in for a drink or a quick hello. This kind of casual and light ‘visiting’ atmosphere is what Christmas traditions are all about.
Last modified on Sunday, 11 October 2009 23:43
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