It’s that time of year again. A time when families and friends come together to celebrate the season of sharing, love and togetherness. A time when old family Christmas traditions are practiced and new ones are started. A time of new beginnings and reliving old memories. Although the holiday season is well underway, may we remember those who are less fortunate than us: those who may not have treasured Christmas traditions, or even someone to celebrate them with. May we include those people in our thoughts, and draw them into our homes, our activities, and our lives as we enjoy the holiday festivities this Christmas.
Whether you are planning to celebrate old holiday traditions, or you are searching for new ideas, you have come to the right place. I just overheard the elves talking about the most special family traditions they enjoy during the holidays. They even gave me a few pointers on some great Christmas gifts that will bring back old memories and start new traditions for those you care about.
Gifts for Christmas Traditions
Jars of Notes are a wonderful way to bring back wonderful memories or build new memories of your own. I remember when I was a kid, we used to place tiny messages in a jar on the kitchen counter on the last day of every month. The messages were inspiring quotes, words of encouragement, and sweet nothings. On Christmas Eve, we would gather around the tree and read through the messages. While these jars of notes are decorated much more beautifully than that old pickle jar we used when I was young, and they already contain 31 personal messages, they are a wonderful way to start a new tradition this holiday season. As the year goes on, simply have your loved ones add tiny messages to the jar, and open then on a special occasion.- Another wonderful gift that brought back childhood memories for me is this charming keepsake coupon ticket gift. I actually used to give my mom something similar, although not nearly as charming, every year for her birthday. These coupon tickets are more geared towards romantic gestures, but a fond memory just the same.
- Did your family purchase a special ornament each year to hang on the tree? Relive that old tradition with the Classic Holiday Personalized Photo Ornament this holiday season. Simply upload your favorite photo and include up to two lines of text to create a one of a kind ornament that is sure to be treasured for years to come.
- Remember those great handmade pillows that Grandma used to make? Well check out this adorable decorative throw pillow that features a mischievous retriever all tangled up in Christmas lights. An excellent conversation starter, this pillow will not only bring in some holiday cheer, but it will remind you of that loving touch Grandma always had during the holidays as well.
Jars of Notes are a wonderful way to bring back wonderful memories or build new memories of your own. I remember when I was a kid, we used to place tiny messages in a jar on the kitchen counter on the last day of every month. The messages were inspiring quotes, words of encouragement, and sweet nothings. On Christmas Eve, we would gather around the tree and read through the messages. While these jars of notes are decorated much more beautifully than that old pickle jar we used when I was young, and they already contain 31 personal messages, they are a wonderful way to start a new tradition this holiday season. As the year goes on, simply have your loved ones add tiny messages to the jar, and open then on a special occasion.
Did your family purchase a special ornament each year to hang on the tree? Relive that old tradition with the Does your family practice Christmas traditions? What types of things remind you of those magical Christmases when you were a child? Be sure to share us on FaceBook and encourage your friends to share their memories and traditions too!
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