Traditions
One of the most amazing things we can give to our children at special times of the year are traditions. Toys come and go, interests change but what we do as families lasts into the future.
Traditions are what we look forward to year after year. They are what remind us of grandparents when they are gone. It is what will remind your children of you once you are gone. So if you don’t have any traditions yet, why not start one or two this year.
Some families always decorate for the holidays on the same day each year and they always want the same food on that day as they have in the past.
Some families make a trip to the seashore or the mountains yearly and often to the same location. That becomes part of what the family looks forward to as that time of the year approaches.
Other families write letters to our military overseas or send care packages even if they don’t know someone personally who is serving our country.
Some families pick an angel from a Christmas tree so that another family has a happy holiday too.
Many families have faith-based traditions which they take part in and they wouldn’t feel right skipping those special times.
Still other families visit care facilities and talk with the lonely people living there. Cookies are also appreciated. Just check with those in charge first so you aren’t disappointed.
As parents, it is up to you what you decide. Now as a grandmother, I can tell you that the traditions I share with my grandchildren are the ones I learned from my parents. I wouldn’t want it any other way.
Happy Holidays!
