TRADITIONS TO MAKE THIS CHRISTMAS THE BEST ONE YET!
Joy Box Countdown
A couple of weeks before Christmas, we bring out our ‘Joy Box.’ Inside are little cards with simple activities—bake cookies, make a card for someone, sing a carol, or share something you’re thankful for. We open one each day leading up to Christmas. It’s such a fun way to build excitement and keep joy and kindness at the center of the season.
Christmas Lights + Hot Cocoa Drive
One night before Christmas, we pile into the car in our pajamas, crank up the Christmas music, and sip hot cocoa while looking at lights. We always vote on the ‘best house of the night’—and the kids take it very seriously! It’s a simple tradition, but one we look forward to every year.
The First Gift Is Jesus
Before the wrapping paper starts flying, we begin with the Gift that changed everything. Our family reads the Christmas story together and takes a moment to thank God for giving us Jesus. It sets the tone for the whole day and reminds us what we’re truly celebrating.
Christmas Eve Baking Together
Every Christmas Eve, our family slows down and gets messy in the kitchen together. We pick one special recipe—sometimes it’s cinnamon rolls for the next morning, sometimes it’s cookies for Santa—and everyone helps. We laugh, we spill flour everywhere, and we make something delicious we get to enjoy on Christmas Day. It’s become one of the sweetest parts of our Christmas memories.
Matching PJ’s + Lazy Christmas Morning
We all get matching Christmas pajamas, and once they’re on, the cozy vibes have officially begun! Christmas Day is all about slow mornings, opening gifts, afternoon naps, and movies snuggled under blankets. It’s our one day to just relax and enjoy being together.