Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Holiday Tips

This is the teaching from Becky and Jenn today. Do not attempt to complete all things on this list! The purpose is to inspire you to pick one thing to help this season be more peaceful and meaningful for you and your family.

Tips to Countdown ‘Til Christmas
Advent Wreath
Advent Books
Jesse Tree
Wreath
The Gift

Tips To Have a Peaceful Holiday
Anchor the season in perspective
Give proactive attention
Protect rest and routine
Be a blessing
Mix the generations
Manage kids’ stimulation
Relax expectations

Tips for Gift Giving Alternatives
Homemade Mixes
Acts of Service
Spend Time Together
Coupon Book
Plan a Trip/ Outing for the Day
Photo Gift
Pottery
Frame Kid’s Drawings
Ornaments

Tip for Staving Off Christmas Vacation Boredom
Go to the library
Call an elderly friend
‘No Screen’ Day
Clean Out your Closet Day
Quiet Hour
Children’s Museum or  Zoo
1000 Piece Puzzle
Ongoing Game
Go Ice Skating
Play Outside Each Day
Spray Bottles of Colored Water to Paint Pictures in the Snow
Blow Bubbles Outside
Thank You Note DayChild
In Charge of Meal Prep

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