The most wonderful season of the year is with us. Yes, it’s almost Christmas already! The long holidays provide us with opportunities to spend time with family. If you haven’t managed to plan anything yet, or your purse strings are a bit tight, here are some ideas to make family time special.
Get Togethers
Christmas provides enough time for meeting up with the extended family. A laid back brunch or barbeque is perfect for getting people to relax. It’s amazing how food breaks down barriers of bad moods. Have everybody participate in preparing the meal/ setting up. Teamwork creates an atmosphere for bonding.
Family Day In
If you’re not able to meet with extended family, spend some time with your immediate family. It could happen that the weather doesn’t cooperate that day. Have a family day in. Bring out those board games, DIY crafts, action games, etc. Prepare a special meal to share together. Watch a movie that you all enjoy. Just because the weather is dreary doesn’t mean you can’t have fun.
Family Day Out
There are numerous activities for a day out. From restaurant dates, to picnics, hiking, road trips, paintball, camping, spending time in the park…there’s something for everyone. Make sure everyone is in agreement- you could even take a vote if necessary. After all, Christmas is a time for enjoyment.
Work On A Project
Choose something fun but a bit challenging to do together. It could be redecorating a room, repurposing old clothes or even charity work. Let everyone be involved in proposing ideas for the project. Make it interesting for instance by awarding points based on who finishes first or has the most unique piece. Remember not to take it too seriously though to the point where it’s too competitive and no one is having fun.
Time With Bae
Christmas is about family, but your significant other might end up feeling neglected. If they are around make time to hang out after you’ve been with your families. Choose an activity you’ll both enjoy and have a great time together.
