Keeping the Holidays Simple

Keeping the HolidaysSimple!-2

Written by Christy from Fresh Mix Momma, Contributing Writer

December is a busy time of year for everyone!
Thanksgiving just ended, Christmas is coming up and New Years is just around the corner.
With everything going on, it’s very easy to get caught up in all the hustle and bustle and lose sight of the fun and meaning of the Holidays.

Sometimes it’s just nice to be more low key and simple with Christmas to really enjoy the Holidays.

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If you are looking for a more simple Christmas, try out a few of these ideas:

Make some homemade decorations

  • Homemade ornaments
  • Popcorn Garland
  • Christmas Paintings
  • Christmas Wreath

Have family nights

  • Christmas movie theme night (example: give your kids a “train ticket” to watch “Polar Express” while having hot chocolate)
  • Read Christmas stories next to the tree
  • Pile in the car and check out neighborhood Christmas lights
  • Cook dinner as a family

Make Homemade gifts

  • Hand scrubs
  • Custom sign
  • Jewelry
  • Meal in a jar

Start making your own traditions

  • Yearly Christmas family photo
  • Christmas Letter
  • Thankful Jar
  • Family dinner with game (like white elephant gifts)
  • Cookie and Hot Chocolate Party

Remember that the Holidays don’t have to be packed full of so much stuff that it quickly passes you by. Slow down, take time to make memories and enjoy keeping the Holidays simple!

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Do you have any family tradition for Christmas?  

About Christy

Christy is a down home country girl from the mountains of North Carolina, who now lives in the big city of Las Vegas. She is a military wife and a proud mommy of a beautiful little girl. Christy loves to travel and see God's creation. She truly believes that you can learn so much and benefit from visiting other areas in this beautiful world. Her blog: freshmixmomma.com is about inspiring others to take a break and a breath of fresh air.