Christmas is a time of traditions, from the tree to the turkey dinner. These are important because they help us to create lasting family memories. You can personalise that process even further though by developing new festive traditions of your own. Here are some to consider.
Put a new bauble on the tree each year
One idea is to add a fresh bauble to your tree each year, which will work equally well with real or artificial Christmas trees. It could be something that you have made together as a family or a fun competition – like trying to come up with the ugliest ornament you can find.
Take a picture in front of your tree
Another idea is to take a photograph of the family standing in front of your Christmas tree each year. The point is to stand in the same positions every time, so you can reminisce and talk about how each of you has changed.
Go to a Christmas show together
Going to a Christmas show each year as a family is a fine way to build a new tradition. Try to make every part of it memorable, from the show itself to the walk there through streets full of Christmas lights. This will give you plenty to look back on.
Open one present each on Christmas Eve
Opening one present together on Christmas Eve can become a new family festive tradition. Each family member can select the gift they want to open themselves.
Give one of these ideas a go for a fresh family tradition this year.
