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Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is viewed differently by different people , even those who live under the same Santa-ready roof . Adults may see Christmas Eve as crunch time when they must prepare food for the next day or set up presents for their children to open in the morning . Children , on the other hand , are focused on Santa ’ s visit and little else .
Parents naturally want to make Christmastime as special as possible for their children , and that may involve ensuring that Christmas Eve is just as memorable as Christmas Day . The following are some ways to impart more magic into Christmas Eve celebrations .
Attend Mass at midnight
Practicing Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas . On Christmas Eve , churches often hold celebrations that may include late-evening or midnight masses that celebrate the birth of Christ when the calendar switches over to December 25 . While it does make for a late night ,
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it can be thought-provoking for kids and a unique experience unlike any other .
Bake fresh cookies
Children like to leave out a plate of cookies and a glass of milk for Santa . That makes Christmas Eve a perfect time to whip up a fresh batch of cookies . Explore different recipes to come up with a unique offering each year .
Read a Christmas story
Watching television or looking at a tablet or mobile phone before bed can be too stimulating when it ’ s time for children to wind down for bed . Choose a holiday tale or tales that can be read as a Christmas Eve bedtime story . Reciting the poem “ A Visit from St . Nicholas (‘ Twas the Night Before Christmas )” is a great way to set the Christmas Eve mood .
Make a batch of ‘ reindeer dust ’ Why should Santa ’ s reindeer be left out when it comes to receiving treats ? Reindeer dust , made from a combination of oatmeal , rice cereal , dried fruits , and glitter ( if desired ), is purported to attract Santa ’ s reindeer and provide them a nibble at the same time . Plus , it ’ s generally safe for other animals in the yard to eat .
Go caroling Caroling may not be the norm , but some families may want to revive it . Close-knit communities can organize family-centric caroling opportunities and roam the cul-desacs and other pedestrian-friendly areas singing popular songs .
Christmas Eve is a great time to embrace various traditions that help to make the season even more special . n
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