Friday, December 16, 2011

Dec. 16 - Hot Cocoa and Christmas Stories

Day 9 - You can do this one with your whole family or just your spouse depending on the story you choose.  Make a big batch of Hot cocoa, curl up under blanket by the Christmas tree and read Christmas stories for as long as you want.

Here are some ideas from our favorites.

A Christmas Carol
The Shepherd, the Angel, and Walter the Christmas Miracle Dog
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
The Polar Express
Olive the Other Reindeer
What Child is This?

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Dec. 12 - Make a Christmas Ornament

Day 8 - For Family Night have everyone make a Christmas Ornament to hang on the tree.  A few easy ideas and instructions are listed below but there are plenty more to choose from on the internet.  BONUS POINTS if you invite your special friend.

Cinnamon Ornaments
Felted Wreath
Salt Dough Snowman
Craft Stick Santa Claus

Dec. 11 - Christmas Caroling

Day 7 - Go Christmas Caroling, and make sure you stop by your special friend's house.  Invite them to join you.  They may or may not accept.  It doesn't matter.  They will still appreciate the thought!