Do you long for "old fashioned" holidays?

Perhaps you might focus on one interesting aspect of Christmas (or whatever your tradition is). Reading the biblical Christmas story is a favorite Christmas Eve element for many. Visiting wonderfully lighted neighborhoods or parks caravan-style can be followed by a warming toast at the end of the evening. Decorating the family tree, or perhaps a community one, or one for a nursing home, is a fun focal point for all ages.

One of the most powerful Christmas memories (even if you never did it yourself!) is the trek into the woods to cut the perfect Christmas tree. ...If you’re anywhere near such woods, take the whole crowd along! Then at least begin the decoration of the party-place tree - or perhaps a communal tree that you procured too. (Or just the one outside.)

Envelop yourself in the holiday traditions of your family legacy... A family gathering, especially, is one of the opportune times to celebrate your heritage. Revel in it!