Comments on: 55 Fun Family Christmas Traditions and Celebration Ideas

By: Nell Regan M.A.

Nell Regan M.A. — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 16:14:21 +0000

In reply to Diana P.

Hi Diana,

I never had to deal with the truth of Santa–because our family always made him out to be a mythical character in our home. My husband’s name is Nick, and he was born on Saint Nicolas Day (the predecessor to the modern-day Santa), so we like to pretend that he is Santa–lol! The book sounds lovely for those that need it. I love the idea of transforming the myth of Santa back into the valuable message that the real Saint Nicolas taught so long ago. Santa is in each and every one of us–and we are all responsible for keeping the magic of giving and the spirit of Christmas alive.

Nell

By: Diana P

Diana P — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 20:40:06 +0000

I love these ideas! I am so happy I came across your blog. As my children are getting older, I have been wrestling with the idea of them finding out Santa is not real. As anyone with kids knows, this is something that is inevitable for anyone who celebrates Christmas and something most of us DO NOT look forward to. Not only that, it’s a wonderful tradition that we all look forward to. So – what do you do when there is no more Santa? I wanted to recommend a book to anyone with children in their lives that helps with the dreaded Santa talk and creates a new meaningful family tradition, “Secret Santa Claus Club” by Jeff Janke. It invites children who know Santa isn’t real into a club that essentially spreads the message that Santa is essentially all of us through giving and keeping the Christmas magic alive. The book has a list of responsibilities for kids in the club to ensure that their young siblings or classmates keep believing in Santa for as long as they want to. It’s a book with a truly lovely message and a much better way to introduce a new Christmas tradition without Santa. Happy Holidays! I can’t wait to buy some Christmas cracker poppers for our dinner this year!

By: Nell Regan M.A.

Nell Regan M.A. — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 15:59:45 +0000

In reply to Roy Mccolloch. Thanks, Roy! I'm so glad that you appreciate my website and this post about Christmas traditions. I like to keep things interesting with punny quips and witty banter--it makes life more fun! Enjoy the holidays!

By: Roy Mccolloch

Roy Mccolloch — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 06:42:33 +0000

This design is spectacular! You most certainly know how to keep a reader entertained. Between your wit and your videos, I was almost moved to start my own blog (well, almost…HaHa!) Wonderful job. I really loved what you had to say, and more than that, how you presented it. Too cool!|

By: Nell Regan M.A.

Nell Regan M.A. — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 18:25:26 +0000

In reply to Kiera. Thank you, Kiera! I'm so glad that you found this article about Christmas traditions all over the world meaningful. There is nothing better than sharing special times like Christmastime in the company of loved ones. Many blessings to you and yours! Nell

By: Kiera

Kiera — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 09:00:32 +0000

Your sharing is very meaningful. I look forward to counting Christmas day because I can gather with my family to enjoy a special meal.

By: Nell Regan M.A.

Nell Regan M.A. — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 07:05:36 +0000

In reply to Dylan Peterson. Thank you, Dylan! I'm so glad that you found something that you would like to try. :)

By: Dylan Peterson

Dylan Peterson — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 18:51:58 +0000

It’s cool that Christmas crackers started in England and then gained worldwide popularity. My sister has been telling me about how she wants to start some new Christmas traditions with her growing family. I’ll share this information with her so that she knows a little more about crackers.

By: Nell Regan M.A.

Nell Regan M.A. — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 20:43:23 +0000

In reply to Scarlet. Thank you, Scarlet! Going Christmas light-seeing is one of our family favorites, too. We love to bring popcorn and travel mugs with hot chocolate in them to make it even more fun! You're right, trying new Christmas traditions keeps the magic alive. People all over the world have come up with so many fun and unique ways to celebrate Christmas!

By: Scarlet

Scarlet — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 16:12:20 +0000

I love all these excellent suggestions for Christmas traditions. We always love to take a drive and look at the holiday lights. It is fun to try a few new things each year to keep the magic alive!