The Season of Advent
To me, Christmas truly is a season and not just a holiday for one day. Once I became a mom, I wanted Christmas Day to be spent at home with my children instead of running around from house to house. Within two years of becoming a mom, and after having two children, I got my wish. Unfortunately, it was due to the deaths of some precious family members, which we all know, can change the trajectory of how things begin to play out within a family. Still, although I miss them all very much, I would not change what we do. I love being home with my children on Christmas Day, grazing on "finger foods," watching Christmas movies, and playing with their new toys or trying on new clothes. Leading up to Christmas Day, however, is when we really make the most memories. Many years ago, I started to do "The 12 Days of Christmas" activities with my children as part of our celebration. I would purchase small gifts and put them in their stocking and e...