Winter is around the corner and the holiday season has arrived. It can be tricky to plan last-minute gatherings and activities with loved ones. Or maybe you want to try something new this year? Here are a few festive ideas to consider this holiday season.
Cookie Decorating Do you have a family cookie or treat recipe? Consider engaging with loved ones by baking or decorating treats. You can even buy cookies pre-made and enjoy decorating them with icing, sprinkles, food coloring, or whatever you choose. Your decorated cookies will make great gifts as well. Bonus Tips: listen to music, serve hot cocoa or cider, watch a holiday movie, or have a cookie contest!
Holiday Displays Try some DIY holiday crafting to add to your decor or gift to others. Get creative with what works for your space. Whether indoors, outdoors, or in a community space you can engage with others and make something special with handmade crafts or arranging decorations.
Caroling Invite your loved ones to gather and sing together or out in the community. Singing is a great way to spread joy and get in the holiday spirit. Make a list of some of your favorite songs and print the lyrics or sheet music.
Donate Reach out to a local organization and get involved to help out. This can mean donating your time, items you may have on hand, or pitching in financially. Food banks, animal shelters, and other organizations rely on volunteers to help out, especially during the holidays.
Remember there are no rules to follow! Do what works for you and your loved ones. Sometimes we have to adapt to the situation and enjoy what works at the moment. That can mean expectations are adjusted on the fly. As long as everyone is safe and happy that is what matters the most.
Cookie Recipes:
https://www.allrecipes.com/gallery/grandmas-christmas-cookies/
DIY Crafts:
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/craft-ideas/g2996/trash-to-treasure-christmas-crafts/
Holiday Potpourri:
https://www.simplisticallyliving.com/homemade-holiday-potpourri/
Donating Tips:
https://www.usa.gov/donate-to-charity