Being a part of a family invariably entails passing on traditions over the generations. Many people share distinct Christmas customs with their families that they learned as children from their own families.
But if you’re starting your Christmas celebrations as a family and don’t yet have any traditions of your own, there are some you can borrow.
There are numerous popular traditions to choose from and incorporate into your holiday rituals. Some customs are appropriate for people of all ages.
Christmas Custom – Making Christmas Cards
Making Christmas cards is a popular holiday tradition in many families.
You can send personalized cards with your family photo and a poem or a few sentences expressing to the recipient how much they mean to you.
If you don’t have time to make your Christmas cards, you can acquire store-bought ones and personalize them.
A Couple of Ideas for Making Christmas Cards
- Use a friend or family member to take a Christmas-themed picture of the family.
- There are templates you can use to make the card. Check out Etsy or Pinterest for ideas.
- Use your Christmas-themed picture by printing enough to send to family and friends. Go to an art and craft store and buy blank cards and envelopes. Then glue your family photo on the front of the card, and you have a personalized Christmas card!
Christmas Custom – Attending Religious Functions
Another well-known holiday ritual is going to a religious function as a family.
Many churches hold magnificent Christmas Eve services, complete with decorations and the warm glow of candlelight.
Some churches give the live poinsettias used in their décor to those who attend the service.
Christmas Custom – Writing Letters to Santa
Young children can write letters to Santa and deliver them to their nearest post office.
Some post offices feature a separate box for letters from Santa.
The address to send a letter to Santa in Canada is: North Pole, H0H 0H0, Canada. In the USA, it is 123 Elf Road North Pole, 88888.
Christmas Custom – Decorate the Christmas Tree
Kids can also help decorate the Christmas tree while you hang the ornaments on the tree.
If the decorations have no history, you can share portions of your past with your child or discuss the meaning of Christmas.
Putting up the tree may become a time of sharing and conversation for children.
You might make it a custom to listen to specific tunes while putting up the tree.
Over forty years ago, one family listened to Bing Crosby Christmas songs while putting up their tree, and their older children continued the custom and later passed it on to their children.
Christmas Custom – Dinner on Christmas Eve
A well-liked custom is to dine by candlelight on Christmas Eve, followed by each family member opening one gift.
Set aside a particular gift on Christmas Eve so you don’t have to rummage through many items to find it.
Gather after the gifts have been opened to sing Christmas carols.
Christmas is packed with excitement for the coming day, and the days preceding it should be celebrated just as much as the day itself.
Other Christmas Customs
Residents can attend Christmas parades or music concerts in most cities. Make it a point to go to one every year.
Begin by reading a Christmas book, sharing a Christmas story, or viewing a favorite Christmas movie together the night before Christmas.
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Finally, Enjoy the Holidays with These Christmas Customs!
You’ll be glad you accomplished whatever customs you decide to add to your household.
It will provide significance to the holidays and give everyone something to look forward to.
