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Tuesday, December 2, 2014

25 Days of Christmas

I truly cherish the Holidays for the family traditions, memories made, gifts given and lessons learned. One of my favorite traditions I started with my children a couple of years ago, was the '25 days of Christmas'! Today I have the pleasure of sharing with you our 2014 edition!


I begin preparing the first of November! I snag little goodies while I'm out and about throughout the month, with the concept in mind. My favorite spots are Target Dollar Spot, the Dollar Store, and Marshall's clearance to name a few! I snag little things like classic Christmas books, coloring books, crafts, Nutcrackers, gingerbread kits and Christmas movies. I also buy a pack of cards with envelopes to write out the chosen activity or Bible verse for that day. I wrap the gifts and label each gift or envelope with 1-25. They don't receive an actual "gift" everyday and the intent of this tradition is to focus on the good of the Season, doing for others and spending time together as a family! Here is our line up this year...

1. Mab libs Christmas book  2. Bible verse Luke 2:10  3. Veggie Tales movie  4. A Christmas Carol book  5. Bible verse Matthew 1:21  6. Make a snowman pizza and watch a movie  7. Nutcracker  8. Bible verse John 3:16  9. Enjoy hot chocolate and perppermint sticks  10. Decorate mugs  11. Make banner for basement  12. Write letters to Santa  13. Take letters to Macys and visit Santa  14. Gather unwanted toys  15. Gingerbread kits  16. Bible verse Romans 15:13  17. Wrap presents  18. Drive around and look at Christmas lights  19. Build a snowman  20. Zoo lights  21. Random Act of Kindness  22. Bible verse Isaiah 9:6  23. Christmas play  24. Bake cookies for Santa  25. Rejoice in the Lord!

Below is an example of the letter I type up and print out to give the people of choice that day for our random act of kindness! It's so rewarding to see the reaction of the random people and of my children! Not to mention, the warm feeling I get too!



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14 comments:

  1. michelle@decorandthedogDecember 2, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    Great mix of gifts and acts! I'm impressed at how well you planned ahead. December totally snuck up on me!

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    1. UnknownDecember 2, 2014 at 8:45 PM

      Awe thanks so much Michelle! I think I enjoy this just as much as the kids do :) Pleasure to have you here!!

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  2. Cassie BustamanteDecember 2, 2014 at 9:19 PM

    love this tradition- it's all about spreading cheer and love!

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    1. UnknownDecember 2, 2014 at 9:50 PM

      Thank you Cassie! It's all about sharing the reason for the season and making great memories!

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  3. An Inviting HomeDecember 2, 2014 at 11:33 PM

    I love the idea of your random act of kindness...what a blessing that lunch will be for someone that day! :-)

    ~Sarah

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  4. Kylie RoseDecember 3, 2014 at 10:52 AM

    What a sweet advent! I love the mix between the two, adorable! Thanks for sharing!

    xo,
    Kylie

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    1. UnknownDecember 3, 2014 at 8:58 PM

      Thanks so much Kylie <3 And thanks a ton for stopping by!!

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  5. Jamie | anderson + grantDecember 4, 2014 at 10:59 PM

    This is such a special idea....and I love your decorating! I would be so excited if you would be willing to link up some of your great Christmas posts at my party www.andersonandgrant.com/2014/12/your-turn-to-shine-link-party-10.html. You always have such fabulous ideas and I know my readers would want to see what you are doing for the holidays!

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  6. Nici @ Posed PerfectionDecember 10, 2014 at 2:11 PM

    What a fabulous tradition! I love how you switch things up between gifts for the kiddos and random acts of kindness, and of course Bible verses. Your Christmas decor is so pretty too.
    Blessings,
    Nici

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    1. UnknownDecember 13, 2014 at 8:51 AM

      Thanks for your kind words Nici! Glad to have you stop by!

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  7. Kristi DominguezDecember 10, 2014 at 11:22 PM

    This is such a fun and unique tradition, Fotini! Lots of variety to keep everyone guessing--love it! So fun to be on this tradition tour with you!

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    1. UnknownDecember 13, 2014 at 8:51 AM

      Thanks so much Kristi! It sure was a pleasure! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out :)

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