7 Fun Family Christmas Traditions
Family traditions are some of the best parts about holiday celebrations. Every family has their own way of celebrating the holidays, but there are some traditions that are observed all across the United States. If you are looking for new traditions to make your own or simply a fun way to shake things up, the Law Offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. is here to help you plan a wonderful holiday celebration. Which one of these family traditions will you adopt?
1. Christmas Tree Shopping
If you prefer a real Christmas tree over an artificial one, why not make the process of searching for the perfect tree a family event? Kick off your day with hot chocolate or apple cider and bring the whole family along to find your dream Christmas tree. Some Christmas tree farms offer other attractions that your little ones are sure to enjoy, such as sleigh rides or hayrides.
2. The Gift Of Giving
There is a certain warmth and joy that comes from giving to others. Why not teach your children to share in this same joy by incorporating opportunities to give back to your community into your family traditions? Ask your children to go through their closets and pick out the clothes they do not need so they can be donated a local shelter, for example, or make cookies and deliver them to a local senior center.
3. Christmas Cookies
Decorating Christmas cookies is fun activity no matter what age you are, but it's especially fun for families with kids. You can go all out by involving your kids in the process of baking the cookies as well, or you can wait and bring them in when it's time to decorate them. Mix it up by making cookies shaped like several different Christmas icons, such as reindeer, gingerbread men, Christmas trees, candy canes, etc.
4. Personalized Ornaments
What kind of ornaments do you have for your tree? Some people choose elegant glass ornaments, whereas others opt for the cute handmade ornaments their children design. If you're looking for a fun way to incorporate ornaments into your holiday tradition, consider getting personalized ornaments for your family every year.
5. Different Culture's Traditions
Why not shake things up by incorporating a different culture's holiday tradition into your own? Pick a different country ever year and celebrate with one of their native traditions. You can also shake things up by learning to sing carols or say "happy holidays in different languages, or serve another country's favorite delicacies at your Christmas table.
6. Decorating For Christmas
Christmas decorations add immeasurable holiday cheer to any household. Decorating for Christmas can be a big chore (depending on how many decorations you have), but you can make the process easier - and more fun - by involving your children in the process. Put your kids in charge of decorating the tree, sticking window clings on the windows, or any other tasks they find enjoyable.
7. Elf On A Shelf
This is a relatively new family tradition, but it has quickly become incredibly popular. The story behind this famous elf is simple: she is Santa's helper, sent to observe the children during the day and report back to the North Pole every night to tell Santa whether the little ones were naughty or nice that day. Before morning arrives, the Elf will have returned back to the home - and probably gotten into some sort of mischief that the kids will discover then when they awake. Your whole family is sure to love the elf's antics!
Merry Christmas from Phillips McElyea!
No matter how you and your family decide to celebrate, everyone at our law firm in Camdenton, MO hopes you have a safe and happy holiday season. Remember to set aside plenty of time to spend with your loved ones this Christmas - after all, they're the ones who matter the most!
The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertising. When you need a knowledgeable attorney, we invite you to contact us to set up a consultation. Evening and weekend appointments are available. We have access to interpreters.
1. Christmas Tree Shopping
If you prefer a real Christmas tree over an artificial one, why not make the process of searching for the perfect tree a family event? Kick off your day with hot chocolate or apple cider and bring the whole family along to find your dream Christmas tree. Some Christmas tree farms offer other attractions that your little ones are sure to enjoy, such as sleigh rides or hayrides.
2. The Gift Of Giving
There is a certain warmth and joy that comes from giving to others. Why not teach your children to share in this same joy by incorporating opportunities to give back to your community into your family traditions? Ask your children to go through their closets and pick out the clothes they do not need so they can be donated a local shelter, for example, or make cookies and deliver them to a local senior center.
3. Christmas Cookies
4. Personalized Ornaments
What kind of ornaments do you have for your tree? Some people choose elegant glass ornaments, whereas others opt for the cute handmade ornaments their children design. If you're looking for a fun way to incorporate ornaments into your holiday tradition, consider getting personalized ornaments for your family every year.
5. Different Culture's Traditions
Why not shake things up by incorporating a different culture's holiday tradition into your own? Pick a different country ever year and celebrate with one of their native traditions. You can also shake things up by learning to sing carols or say "happy holidays in different languages, or serve another country's favorite delicacies at your Christmas table.
6. Decorating For Christmas
Christmas decorations add immeasurable holiday cheer to any household. Decorating for Christmas can be a big chore (depending on how many decorations you have), but you can make the process easier - and more fun - by involving your children in the process. Put your kids in charge of decorating the tree, sticking window clings on the windows, or any other tasks they find enjoyable.
7. Elf On A Shelf
This is a relatively new family tradition, but it has quickly become incredibly popular. The story behind this famous elf is simple: she is Santa's helper, sent to observe the children during the day and report back to the North Pole every night to tell Santa whether the little ones were naughty or nice that day. Before morning arrives, the Elf will have returned back to the home - and probably gotten into some sort of mischief that the kids will discover then when they awake. Your whole family is sure to love the elf's antics!
Merry Christmas from Phillips McElyea!
No matter how you and your family decide to celebrate, everyone at our law firm in Camdenton, MO hopes you have a safe and happy holiday season. Remember to set aside plenty of time to spend with your loved ones this Christmas - after all, they're the ones who matter the most!
Law Offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C.
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