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The holidays are very stressful and the fun can sometimes get sucked right out of it. Especially when you’re visiting family and the kids are in a strange place.
You want it to be that something that the kids look forward to, and for it to be about more than the presents that they get.
What if you had a list of go-to activities for the kids to do with Grandma at her house?
Create new traditions.
Cherish the time the kids are with their grandparents.
Have fun over the holidays!
Relieve a little bit of that stress.
New Traditions, New Season
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Property Brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott go back to their roots as ranch kids in Alberta, Canada in a new HGTV holiday series Property Brothers at Home on the Ranch, relieving stress in their own way this holiday season. Jonathan and Drew help close friends of the family transform a run-down horse ranch into a dream property. Their family joins them as they reminisce about growing up on the ranch, and how the “Cowboy Code” of hard work and keeping true to your word helped them become international home renovation celebrities.
Because ranch life is all about family and friends, you can make your holidays all about family and friends too.
New traditions this holiday season! Make it a fun holiday!
What to do at Grandma’s house during the holidays:
A few very simple activities the kids can do at Grandma’s house. These are seasonal or holiday activities that are appropriate to use for this new holiday tradition.
Many of our activities would be so much fun to do at Grandma’s house. But Grandma often doesn’t have the supplies on hand to do them all. We usually use very common supplies, but paint and pipe cleaners might not be something you’d have if you don’t have little kids running around every day.
These activities that I’m sharing are those that don’t require the common craft supplies, just supplies that you’d have on hand, especially over the holidays. And I think Grandma will truly enjoy these bonding moments with the grandkids.
If you’re the Grandma, print this out for the holidays. If you’re Mom or Dad, print it out and pack it along for some fun with Grandma (or email it to her right now)!
Write Thank You Letters
Use any paper you have on hand, or even recycle some wrapping paper (fold it in half) to make a card.
Older kids can write thank yous for the special gifts they received over the holidays, and even write one to Santa!
Find some fun ideas for homemade Christmas cards here.
Cut Some Snowflakes!
Fold paper, or use coffee filters for an instant circle, to make snowflakes. Try a different way, make a fringe snowflake too. Or cut snowflakes out of leftover wrapping paper!
Tip for Grandma: Don’t fold too many times! It gets too thick for little hands to cut through. Bigger cuts are easier too.
Go on a Christmas Scavenger Hunt
Make this as easy or as complicated as you like! I like a quick scavenger hunt, much like the Easter bunny hides the Easter eggs. Collect Christmas bows as you’re opening presents. Then hide them around the house to hunt for later. Make it even more fun to do in the evening with flashlights!
Tip for Grandma: Maybe Mom or Dad can hide the Christmas bows so you can help the kiddos find them! What a fun moment!
Save Wrapping Paper!
Using leftover wrapping paper, cut out trees and presents to play a matching game. Or cut up pieces of wrapping paper to make a wrapping paper stocking!
Tip for Grandma: Save the wrapping paper from gifts as they’re getting unwrapped (oh, my own Grandma would be proud of me for suggesting this!).
Grandmas will never be more fun, and it’ll be a time everyone will remember. A holiday tradition win!
Crazy how easy it is to not let the fun get sucked out of the holidays, isn’t it?
And you can look forward to the brothers taking on wide open spaces when they take their skills to the ranch. Watch #BrothersatHome on Wednesday 9|8c. Keep up to date with The Property Brothers this season: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.
Are your holidays memorable or stressful?
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Jane says
Holidays are becoming more and more simple, for us and more and more memorable.
Debbie B says
i posted a tweet here:
https://twitter.com/purplepanda1966/status/677474902601936896
Debbie B says
the holidays are a bit stressful at work for me because it is a very busy time of the year – as far as personally, they are always memorable
Amanda Whitley says
most of my holiday memories are very memorable except for a few where i was sick or my kids were sick..those were no fun
Vicki Howes says
https://mobile.twitter.com/323myrtle/status/677346072109449216 I tweeted
Vicki Howes says
Not a grandma yet, but these are great ideas.
kristy says
Honestly I find them more stessful than enjoyable…especially Christmas. Everything has became all about gifts and not enjoying the family time.
Sherrie K. says
I love the holidays! My favorite holiday tradition is baking treats for all the children in my family and watching their face light up with glee: Right now I’m making Chocolate Chip Reindeer Cookies.
Kelli Taylor says
My holidays are a mix!
Denise L says
tweeted – https://twitter.com/dmarie824/status/677309451779510272
Denise L says
My Holidays are always a healthy mixture of stressful and memorable.
Sarah L says
https://twitter.com/slehan/status/677289960689414145
Sarah L says
I’m spending Christmas with close friends who I’ve been sharing Christmas with for 25 years.
Thanks for the contest.
WHITNEY says
I sent out a tweet: https://twitter.com/electricstar/status/677281524568297472
WHITNEY says
The holidays are usually more stressful since it is the end of the year and I am always really busy with work!
Gina R says
The Holidays are a little of both for me. Moments of stress, but also lot’s of fun!
Jessica To says
The holidays are pretty stressful.
ellen casper says
Tweeted – https://twitter.com/usnamom2014/status/677247428958011392
ellen casper says
Over the years I’ve learned how not to make them stressful!
claire says
memorable
Angela P. says
Here is my twitter #Sweepstakesentry https://twitter.com/angelatrenna/status/677194975520677888
Tabathia B says
https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/677191721512513536
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Tabathia B says
tweet https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/677191721512513536
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Tabathia B says
the holidays are mostly stressful for me since I have to do so much planning and dealing with in laws
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Angela P. says
I’d say a little bit of both. More memorable than stressful since I’ve had my two wonderful children.
angie says
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/677177733881942016
angie says
They are a mixture of both. They are always a great time and I love the traditions my family has made over the years but they are stressful to prepare for, for sure. :-D
Kathryn C says
#SweepstakesEntry – comment
well I hate to say it but I’m finding that the holidays are stressful for me. Since I now live 700 miles from where I grew up, its hard for me to find the time, etc. to get back home for the holidays. Also I stress over what to buy everyone!
Kathryn C
Kathryn C says
#SweepstakesEntry – tweet:
https://twitter.com/thrincor/status/677150731313553409
Kathryn C
Karine Traverse says
Tweeted https://mobile.twitter.com/SAHMofDQ/status/677149393980694529
Karine Traverse says
A little bit of both. We make so many new memories ecery year, but we get so stressed because we always try to please our entire family
Heidi Daily says
My holidays are always memorable, even if there are parts to it that are stressful! I try to step back and remember what it’s all about when I start to get stressed and take it easy.
Jerry Marquardt says
I publicly Tweeted this giveaway: https://twitter.com/versatileer/status/677069343297896448
Jerry Marquardt says
My holidays are both memorable and stressful, but well worth going through it to see the family and also to give gifts.
Thomas Murphy says
tweeted
https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/677003462731804676
Thomas Murphy says
My holidays are memorable!
laurie murley says
I think everyone has stress at the holiday time but we always do something to make it memorable for our children, wether it making crafts, making cookies, or decorating the tree. I think more kids remember more one on one things they do at holiday time
Kim Reid says
Tweet – https://twitter.com/kimbreid/status/676999632963149825
Kim Reid says
My holidays are stressful before and memorable after!
Tamara says
Tweeted! https://twitter.com/pixel_berry_pie/status/676992527782817794
Tamara says
Christmas is always both memorable and fun (…..with a bit of stress — especially figuring out what to buy for gifts!)
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Liza Vladyka says
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Liza Vladyka says
i did not think people still made snowflakes me and my kids do
Seyma Shabbir says
https://twitter.com/SeymaShabbir/status/676963254887915520
Seyma Shabbir says
Our holidays are memorable. No long trips and family visits us!
Ellie Wright says
tweeted
https://twitter.com/eswright18/status/676956548451684352
Ellie Wright says
The holidays are stressful at the time, but memorable in the end. I look back on many with fondness.
BonnieY says
My holidays are always memorable! :)
sarah k says
I tweeted : https://mobile.twitter.com/sarabird26/status/676924104444874753
sarah k says
I think that my holidays are a mixture between memorable and stressful.
Linda C. says
Tweet https://twitter.com/Lindiac/status/676915607611318272
Linda C. says
We lived far from close family so I’d say memorable!
Barbara Adams says
My holidays are memorable, as I have acquired the ability to be present and aware, makes all the difference.
Amanda Sakovitz says
tweet
https://twitter.com/aes529/status/676867055413424128
Amanda Sakovitz says
my holidays are a little of both
Bessamy says
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/bessamy/status/676849882477522944
Bessamy says
My holidays are memorable! We quit buying for everyone and just make a point of spending time with everyone for the holidays.
Michelle says
And remember, try to be thankful if your grandparents are still around, and you are able to visit them. Ours reside across the country and while Skype is great, it doesn’t beat in-person snuggles and even the oft-obnoxious cheek-pinching grandma hugs.
Kerry says
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/676784610861297664
Melissa says
holiday’s are busy but very fun and memorable! :)
Kristen says
Definitely a combination of both at our house!
Kerry says
I’d say a combo of both!
Shannon says
https://mobile.twitter.com/shiebs24b/status/676596047620276224
debbie says
https://twitter.com/suburbsanity/status/676595933828800513
debbie says
Honestly, they are a mix of both. I don’t want to focus on all of the trivial things that make them stressful but sometimes I can’t help it.
Shannon says
I think a little bit of both… There’s so much to get done and that can be stressful but my family takes time to have fun and make memories too!
Michelle C says
I try to manage the stress and make sure the holidays are more memorable!
sheri anderson says
I don’t really get too stressed, but enjoy the precious time with my family, there is now greater joy, thanks!
Karrie says
I love the Holidays..I love being with family
katie says
now that there’s a new baby in the family, they’ll be both! but so much more fun!
Aurelie Red says
My tweet https://twitter.com/AurelieRed/status/676421646056611841
Aurelie Red says
My holidays are mostly memorable !
richelle bowers says
for the most part stressful
Kari says
This year, the holidays are stressful! In the fall, we had a water line that busted and flooded our house. We’ve had to replace carpet and hardwood floors throughout our first floor. My husband is doing all the work and it is a lot of work so it is taking a long time. The house has been a complete disaster zone and I’ve not been able to decorate or put up our tree. It is finally slowly coming together, though.
whitney lindeman says
I Tweeted: https://twitter.com/WhitSweeps/status/676248897006665729
whitney lindeman says
Our holidays are mostly memorable, rarely stressful. I’m a graduate student and just finished the semester – everything is pretty relaxing compared to that, so I can’t wait for holiday festivities!
Dominique says
https://twitter.com/myWAHW/status/676218697560666112
Dominique says
They used to be stressful, this year, I’m doing my best to make them memorable for my littles!
Shawn Gallagher says
Stressful.. always
Shawn Gallagher says
https://twitter.com/Esham4life/status/676204446485905409
Betty C says
Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/676178384926347264
Betty C says
Holidays are peaceful but somewhat depressing for me. My children are all adults with children and grandchildren of their own. I have no visitors during the holidays, or any other time as well. We all live in the same community but they are busy with the other parts of their lives.
They expect me to visit them and are disappointed if I stay home, but it just isn’t the same as having someone come to my home.
Stephanie Phelps says
I tweeted
https://twitter.com/my4boysand1/status/676154358707453952
Stephanie Phelps says
Our holidays are always a little stressful but memorable as well! I try to make sure the kids are as involved as they can be!
Stephanie G says
I love the Holidays! Although they can be stressful they are always memorable! Happy Holidays to you and your family!
ANGEL JACKLYN says
https://mobile.twitter.com/kytah00/status/675999646557278208
ANGEL JACKLYN says
They are both!!
Katie says
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Ada Miller says
Holidays are usually fun but this year it’s been very stressful so to it just being a bad tough year. Hopefully it will get better and next year will be better than ever. Aemgeg4 (@) yahoo (dot) com
janna johnson says
Mine are both memorable and stressful!
Randi Nemeroff says
holidays used to be fun, but since I got sick it’s stressful. I usually (no matter how much I am careful) end up in a world of pain. I try to enjoy the holidays as much as I can despite this…but it’s been hard this year.
Taryn T. says
My holidays tend to be a little more stressful, but I am looking to balance it out. We have three children, and host company over the Christmas break! Always hoping for a memorable and special Christmas.
Kerri Higgs says
Our holidays are hard with 6 kids … 3 mine, 3 his, but we make them work and we have fun!
Susan Smith says
https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/675494383404249090
Susan Smith says
My holidays are a little bit of both. I try not to get stressed about it and just enjoy the holidays with my family.
kjasus says
https://twitter.com/raggammuffin/status/675456709473771521
kjasus says
my holidays are a little bit of both. it is kind of stressful seeing family member i don’t normally see and try to please and impress and keep up with. but i enjoy time time off with my husband and son and we make great memories.
Trisha Burgess says
I make sure to make my holidays memorable!
Katiria says
With me, my holidays are always stressful because I try to get the perfect picture but nobody cooperates and the food is a disaster or the cake comes out with a hill in the middle. People make a mess and everybody is asking for something but nobody hears anything and a relative will make a snarky comment that I have to get over. Its frustrating but for some reason I always think back fondly on the holidays. Its like childbirth. No matter how horrible it was, I just remember the cute little faces
erica best says
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/675188064327741440
erica best says
they are stressful now days
Candace M says
My holiday is stressful when I have to host.
Angela T says
Holidays are more memorable sometimes because of the stress!
Kerri says
Love all the great recipes.
Michelle Ward says
Holidays are memorable until we go to visit the relatives then it is stressful.
harold says
I would say a mixture of both, they are stressful on the days leading up to them, but every year no matter how stressful the build up is, it’s always memorable.
Christy Caldwell says
https://twitter.com/cychochris/status/674738469139324930
Christy Caldwell says
The holidays are always memorable. No matter what happens I love being with family.
Gina Sandoval says
All good memories are with the kids!
Laura Royal says
The holidays are mostly memorable for me!
Paol Trenny says
https://twitter.com/emscout9/status/674358267028504576
Paol Trenny says
A little of both. They are they are definitely very memorable in one way or another!
Angela Sims says
It’s a little of both…stressful trying to get everything done but in the end memorable.
AndreaH says
Tweeted here:
https://twitter.com/andreacouponz/status/674322828049559556
AndreaH says
My holidays are usually memorable. I try not to let the stressful times ruin it all.
Birdiebee says
Tweeted-https://twitter.com/birdiebee52/status/674312488947605504
Birdiebee says
I love the holidays and they are all very memorable in one way or another.
sandra says
they are definitely a mixture of both!
Karen says
https://twitter.com/KappaVelvit/status/674249451108716545
Karen says
Memorable, it’s all about taking the time to enjoy the precious moments we have together.
Vicki says
My email address might have been incorrect in last entry…hope not!
Vicki says
these are great ideas!
Tammy Woodall says
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/tlawoodall/status/674068806273261568
Tammy Woodall says
We make it a point to make Christmas memorable. We stress to everyone that gifts are not important and that we just want to visit with each other, enjoy some great food and catch up, as well as remember the true meaning of Christmas.
gina blades says
My holidays are a bit of both. I’m stressed about how much money I’m spending but I love mailing our family photo Christmas card, and buying decorations, and hosting a party, and seeing family.
Lacey says
My holidays are always memorable. I love spending time with loved ones with great food and giggles :-)
Lori Tyler says
This year is very stressful but we are all thinking of things that will reduce stress. We are not trying to have blowout Christmas anymore but concentrate on family and being together. I’m making things this year and stress myself out.I need to remember the reason for the season and lighten up.
Kendra Krebs says
I love the ideas you’ve given. The holidays can be so stressful for many reasons. We are taking things easy this year as I’m recovering from back surgery. We have two little boys and we’ve enjoyed doing fun projects with my mom and decorating and just enjoying our time together. After all, it’s not really supposed to be a rat race at the holidays!
Kelly Tackett says
Our holidays are a little of both. We are working on them being less stressful and more memorable.
CeeBee says
I’d like to think the holidays my husband and I have created for our little family are not stressful. The one big tradition my kids love is getting a Christmas tree. My kids are preschool age and we don’t do Santa Claus (or Elf on the Shelf thing for that matter) so I feel like there isn’t a lot of pressure for gifts because we haven’t set the expectation for that kind of experience. We also live far away from our family but travel to see them at non-holiday times which definitely saves money and stress! This year we’re doing gift cards for experiences rather than gifts: dinner, a night at the movies, inexpensive event tickets, that sort of thing.
Connie Blasing says
I enjoy the holidays but the memories are what you make. I’ve only been able to spend one Christmas in my that I bought in 2006. The rest I’ve spent with family members at a nursing home where my mother resided. Now, it’s only my brother and I and he’s in a healthcare center too. Resentment is an interesting emotion.
Connie Blasing says
https://twitter.com/CBlasing/status/673717963527225346
Julie says
While we’ve had quite a few memorably stressful holidays thanks to being around grandparents, I’d say it’s mostly good. After traveling the past 4 of 5 Christmases, we are really looking forward to staying put this year and enjoying our two-year-old’s first Christmas where he’s actually understanding the concept!
Lindsay says
Holidays are memorable for us. Yes, there can be stress, but we try to focus on the positive. I love retelling memories to my kids and having them relate what they remember to reinforce.
Anna says
Memorable!!! I love these ideas for activities at grandmas house!!!
Erin Will says
https://twitter.com/elw484/status/673570097483530240 Thank you!
Erin Will says
I feel like they can be stressful leading up to Christmas. I seem to stress about what to get my husband and my parents, they are the hardest to shop for. Then I stress about getting everything wrapped and sent if it needs to be. Somewhat overwhelming on top of the things I have to do everyday already. Then Christmas comes though…and the day spent with my family is amazing and memorable. All the stress just vanishes and it was all worth it! :)
Stevie says
https://twitter.com/StevieAlbertson/status/673350876061425664
Stevie says
I seem to alternate between moments where I enjoy the holidays & then times where I feel like I have no time to get anything done & get all stressed out.
Rebecca says
https://mobile.twitter.com/michael64263870/status/673337285480464385
Rebecca says
I guess it depends on who is coming to visit! Actually, I try to make holidays memorable and a fun time for our family. We have things that we look forward to each year.
Chad Gustafson says
Usually stressful, so hopefully turn that around this year :)
jennifer horn says
https://twitter.com/jen_r_horn/status/673262623970971648
jennifer horn says
Holidays are somewhat stressful but mostly enjoyable. I just feel like we rush from place to place.
Gina M says
That other link doesn’t work. Here is the correct one–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/673227576639361024
Gina M says
tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/673227574173155329
Gina M says
They are memorable! We don’t go overboard, and don’t stress too much.
Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 AT gmail DOT com
nicole says
https://twitter.com/BTHM1/status/673223984314384384
tweeted
nicole says
normally not so much, but this year YES as my mom has been in and out of the hospital for 3 weeks!
Audra O'Hara says
Our holidays are memorable because they usually are stressful. lol
Megan Zuchowski says
They are both!! I love being with family but at the end of the week it’s good for some distance lol.
Kristen says
Tweeted
https://twitter.com/rubylorikeet/status/673152488464211969
Kristen says
Lately my holidays are stressful.
Rebecca Graham says
My holidays are both memorable and stressful.
Sonja A. says
Our holidays are normally memorable, because I quit trying to do it all and just focused on what I can and we, as a family, can accomplish together. It’s much more easier and fun that way!!!
Ashley Mains says
https://twitter.com/ashleymains3/status/672991632120090624
Ken Vo says
https://twitter.com/Cong_Vo911/status/672963809368150016?lang=en
katherine tino says
https://twitter.com/katherinetino/status/672845229607616512
Holly Thomas says
https://twitter.com/HollyThomas61/status/672732335469674496
Holly Thomas says
My Holidays are usually a mixture of both.
Priscilla S. says
https://twitter.com/littlebird_xo/status/672695713512341505
Priscilla S. says
My holidays are pretty memorable. My mom or sister usually host Thanksgiving and Christmas so I just bring a dish or two with me rather than cooking a whole meal. And I always do my Christmas shopping early and online to get the best deals and avoid crowds and sold out products.
Jen Haile says
https://twitter.com/XArea51/status/672632139733569536
Jen Haile says
They are a lot more stressful now than they used to be!
Lisa says
My holidays used to be memorable because they were stressful. Now, however, they are more relaxed. I try to make the holidays as simple and less hectic as I can.
amy pugmire says
There has been a lot of changes this year for me and my 3 littles so its been somewhat stressful to me but for my kids I try to make them as memorable as possible!
Will G says
https://twitter.com/willgriesmer/status/672603014167969792
Will G says
My holidays are usually memorable!
Sherwood says
My holidays are generally neither. I don’t celebrate, so there’s nothing particularly special about those days, but people start actin’ crazy this time of year and that’s a bit stressful.
Sherwood says
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/heal41hp/status/672595506070179840
heather kaufman says
https://twitter.com/hmhkaufman/status/672591655283769345
heather kaufman says
Holidays are always memorable for me.
Maeghyn Koehler says
More memorable than stressful.
Maribel F says
I enjoy the holidays with my family nothing stressful
Rachel says
https://twitter.com/RachelGriesmer/status/672585045253558273
Rachel says
I would say that overall my holidays are more memorable than stressful.
Ann L says
It’s not stressful this year as the holiday gatherings aren’t at my house. ha ha ha
Jenny M says
We go out of our way to host special parties for family and friends throughout the season and to watch holiday movies and send holiday cards so that our holiday season is always memorable!
Kenneth Pereira says
Holidays with the family
Chad Gustafson says
Usually stressful, but going for laid back this year
Nicole Bear says
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/nbmaui79/status/672490765193351168
Nicole Bear says
My holidays are usually memorable. I don’t tend to get stressed easily, and to me the holidays are just about being with the ones you love.
Ty says
I tweeted. https://twitter.com/poisonsix9/status/672483691956973569
Ty says
I try to create memorable holidays. This is a time of peace and relaxation around my house.
Julie Matek says
My holidays are memorable; ) thanks for the chance!
Molli vandehey says
this year they are pretty stressful. first year without my kids
Jen S. says
Every moment I get to spend with my grandparents is memorable but Christmas especially. We eat, we laugh, we tell stories, and laugh some more!
Pamela Gurganus says
My holidays are always very memorable! I refuse to let them be stressful! It’s the only time of the year I get to see family and friends who live far away, and I’m just too blessed to be stressed!
Kelly Kimmell says
Our holiday memories are mostly memorable.
Nancy Clark says
This year we are going to have more time to celebrate the real reason we have Christmas! We won’t be baking like we have in the past, no Christmas cards will be bought and mailed, and our gift list has been cut in half since we are only giving gifts to our grand children. I am planning on making them all a bag and lanyard that match from material I have had stored away for something just like this!
After spending 30 days at Mayo Clinic, we have found out that I can not work. We have also found out that the bills keep coming in. This is the first time we have not bought for our daughters and sons-in-law, aunts and uncles, and friends.
We are planning a whole different way to celebrate the birth of Jesus. We plan on trying to make everything we do focus on the real reason for Christmas.
suzanne says
Twitted https://twitter.com/suzedoo1/status/672409224962510849
suzanne says
I usually find the holidays stressful. These are such great ideas. I am so not creative, I’m glad I’ve stumbled upon your blog! I will bookmark your site.
Vladimir says
Will not celebrate but trying to win
John Heim says
Holidays are definitely more memorable.
John Heim says
Sorry about ah dat: https://twitter.com/Heimco/status/672261658304077824 Now it’s chow, baby!
John Heim says
I tweet ah dis: https://twitter.com/Heimco/status/672261658304077824CChow, baby.
Amie George says
Those are so cute and look like a ton of fun to do with the kids. We just made some peppermint candy ornaments.
Julie Lundstrom says
I tweet today https://twitter.com/JulieIsaiahL/status/672186866267893760
Julie Lundstrom says
My holiday moments are both memorable and stressful. We go to my parent’s house for Christmas and I have a son who has severe autism. He has issues with sound so the loud noise of having so many people and excited children bothers him and they like to have the tv on in the house and he doesn’t like the sounds on the tv. So this makes it to be a stressful time for me but I love watching my son, nieces and nephews open their gifts that I hand picked to give them for Christmas.
Tara says
Tweet: https://twitter.com/TSayers/status/672133500322082818
Tara says
Our holidays are memorable instead of stressful because we keep things pretty low key – with five kids, including two with autism, we focus more on together time than decorations or presents.
Shaylin S. says
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Shaylin S. says
My holidays are mostly memorable!
Melissa says
I’d say my holidays are 25% stressful, 75% memorable.
Melissa says
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Ashley M says
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Ashley M says
Absolutely more memorable!! I love every moment I get to spend with my family!
Pam H. says
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Pam H. says
My holidays are memorable.
Annmarie W. says
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Annmarie W. says
I find the gift shopping a bit stressful, but other than that our holidays are memorable. We stick to some fun traditions (I love sending out the Christmas cards!) and just try to relax together as a family!
Sam // DIY Just Cuz says
These are all such great ideas – I never really thought about saving wrapping paper for something like that….that’s a good idea for grandma’s house or just at home during the holidays (create a quick game and laminate it to save it and bring it out each year, I’ll definitely be remembering that one). Thanks for sharing at Welcome Home Wednesday!
Elaine Fox says
My holidays are usually a mixture of both memories and stress. I think there’s a little too much pressure to “do it all” but the memories are worth it. =)
CR Williams says
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CR Williams says
I would have to say both but I love it!
Kathleen M Smith says
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Kathleen M Smith says
My Holidays are now more memorable than stressful
Cynthia C says
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Cynthia C says
As a child the holidays were memorable. Now that I’m an adult and in charge of making everything happen, they are very stressful.
Jessica Miller says
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Jessica Miller says
I would say both. They can be stressful because I live out of state and travel to visit my family. Its stressful having limited time to go visit everyone. Of course great memories though!
Sherri says
My holidays are a little of both. Cutting back this year to hopefully reduce the stress.
Jodie says
Holidays are ment to be filled with joy, family & friends. I love putting up decorations with the family, spending the evenings around the Christmas tree. The lighting is just beautiful. My son and I love to walk around the neighborhood to see all the Christmas Lights.
Barbara M says
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Barbara M says
I would say my holidays are more memorable.
I’ve learned to cut back on some things that aren’t necessary.
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Ada Miller says
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Ada Miller says
Our holidays use to be fun and memorable. I know they are fun for the kids, but for me they are getting so hectic and stressful. It’s not been the best year so I only hope things start looking up.
Echota Keller says
Our holidays are mostly memorable. We’re very far away from extended family and cannot really afford to visit them, so we just have our little celebration with the three of us.
Nan says
like reading the ideas and comparing them to what I have tried
eileen teo says
what a great list of activities. thanks for sharing it with us #pintorials
Ronda says
My holidays are usually very memorable. This year do to vandalism on our equipment for our business it is very stressful and my family will not be celebrating the holidays.
Tina m says
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Tina m says
memorable!!! I love to cook for my family and decorating the Christmas tree with family.
Mandala says
My holidays are a both memorable and stressful -preparing food and shopping can be challenging but being able to have be with family makes the effort memorable.
Chantelle K says
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Chantelle K says
I’m working on making them more memorable and less stressful
Maestro mummy says
Great tips- thanks for sharing #parentingpinitparty
Alise Duerr says
As a Grandma I am always looking for ways to keep the little ones busy.
Otilia says
I absolutely love those little snowflakes! Thank you so much for sharing with the #pinitparty
rachel says
I don’t have to host so memorable!!!
Tavia says
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Sara says
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Sara says
Always memorable :)
D Schmidt says
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D Schmidt says
We have no family nearby so its sort of stress free because we just do what is best for our children and create our own traditions.
Tami Otsuka says
Stressful but worth every moment!
Kristin Gideon says
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Mia says
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Mia says
My holidays tend to be more stressful than memorable, but the food is always good!
Autumn W says
Great ideas for familys houses the wrapping paper was a good one! The show sounds interesting I love renovation shows! Thanks for a great giveaway!
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Autumn W says
and yes they’re stressful I kinda dont look forward to them at all!
meagan says
I love the property , i watch them wIth my mom. I used to make snowflakes all the time as a kid. I tried to make the spider one that Jack makes in the nightmare before Christmas, out never worked. I’d love to win the gift card i could get lots of art supplies with that!
renee says
Ours are both memorable and stressful! But I look forward to the holidays every year, so I suppose the excitement outweighs the headache :)
barnolds barnes says
My holidays are memorable. The only stress is not doing more hands on activites with my son :)
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Kristin Gideon says
Our holidays are a bit of a mix between memorable and stressful haha. I definitely think they lean more towards the memorable side though. We do a lot of fun traditions that everyone in the family enjoys, our favorite being our advent activity calendar…we’re all excited to get started this year!
Jessica C. says
Ours are usually memorable!
Michelle J. says
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Michelle J. says
Ours are memorable!
Jess says
These are so great!
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Sue M says
Love the bow scavenger hunt! Great for my active grandson!
Stacy Niemann says
Believe it or not, my holidays have become more memorable and less stressful as I’ve gotten older. As a child I was always stuck in the middle of a battle between my divorced parents and their families, but now as an adult I just get to enjoy my holidays with my little family and watch the joy on my own child’s face as he experiences new things and plays with his cousins. It is nice to have more “control” over what we will be doing for our holidays!
Jennifer Sheridan says
We enjoy baking and cooking with family which is about having good food and good times and that will be memories my son will be able to always have.
saniel says
Making ornaments, making stories and cooking together. Thanks
Ingra Smith says
I find my holidays are more memorable than stressful when we, as a family, make it a point to focus on the things that matter. So, instead of planning a huge meal and stressing about a perfectly clean house, I ask that guests come early to help cook and settle in. That way, I can at least offer a semi-clean place and the pressure is gone!
Des Muller says
Memorable!!! Every single moment is well documented via many cameras. We never miss a single holiday if we can help it! The only stress we feel is good stress… gotta make sure to bring the special cranberry sauce!!!
V Adams says
I am extremely excited about the promotion. I wish I could do more to forward the amazing ideas in this blog.
Lindsey C says
Memorable! We enjoy time with our family and with little ones running around with their cousins there’s always someone laughing.
Jessie says
Both! The holidays are most definitely stressful with trying to squeeze in all the activities, but I also try to savor the memories, especially as my kids are little and are so excited by the magic of the season.
Ali Gilbert says
We LOVE doing scavenger hunts! These are some great ideas! Thanks for linking up on Toddler Fun Friday!
Cheryl says
We have very memorable Christmas celebrations because it’s not about the gifts! We travel someplace new each year and experience new places, new cultures, new foods and have lots of fun as a family.
Heather says
They used to be more stressful when we lived near family & had to see both sides. But now we have kids & live far from most of our family, so only my mom comes to visit, sometimes my sister & hubby, so now it’s more memorable than stressful. Just spending time with the children!
ashleigh says
Holidays this year are going to be memorable. We only have a small group of family coming up this year.
Stephanie says
Both! Stressful with all the travel, but memorable to see my kids with our extended family!
Sarah says
We Try hard to keep our expectations low on holidays since we live overseas and rarely get to celebrate with the same group of people twice. There js always a lot of compromise so that everyone’s (sometimes very different) ideas of what a holiday looks like can all be met. So far we have had really good holidays that aren’t stressful, but it requires a lot of flexibility and willingness to serve others
Lindsay Mower says
Our Holidays are always memorable. Although it’s always magical to see my children open gifts that fill them with excitement, the most cherished part of the Holiday’s are when we are all together as a family. The cuddles, hugs, smiles, and giggles create lasting memories that we truly cherish!
Brittany says
Our holidays are memorable. Each year is unique, being held at a different place but certain elements stay the same. Mamaw’s pecan pie, walk in the woods after lunch and crafts in the evening.
Ashley says
Holidays are always memorable and joyful! Having enough money for everything I’d like to get for everyone would be great, but I try to turn the budget into a game by searching for the best deals! Besides, it’s not about the gifts, it’s about the people :)
Ashley C says
My holidays end up being stressful, unfortunately!
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Jamie says
Holidays are much more memorable within the past 3 years with our now 4 year old.
Because I have chronic pain and have been unable to work since 2011 and had to apply for disability, most everything has become MORE stressful. But with pain and illness came a desire to simplify everything and a NEEDto simplify. So simplified our holidays have became! And much more memorable as a result.
Even when it comes to receiving gifts we let family and friends know that we greatly appreciate their gifts and that without our Friends and Family we would not have all that we have today. However, we requested that for those who wanted to gift something to our daughter, to please gift her experiences in place of stuff. This has made receiving much more a pleasure. No trash and recycling created or to get rid of. Less “stuff” in our home to organize, clean and find space for. Plus, this gives us more time spent “experiencing” with our daughter and then we get to update family with pictures of the “experience” and they get to see the joy their gift brought our daughter.
Now for the holidays we only choose one Holiday to share with the extended Family. Otherwise it is just me, baby, and daddy and good food. And for the holiday party we do attend, everyone knows if I am well I will be there, and if not, then I wont. Sure I have lost Family and Friends because they do not understand my conditions, but we have to do what is best for our families.
Stesha says
Holidays are incredibly stressful here with memorable moments. The main stressor is having to be so many places so far apart on the same day, no one is ever happy with the amount of time you spend at any one place. All holidays are this way. One day we hope to be able to be still, stay at home, and just make it all magical. ….one day.
Stephanie says
Usually stressful but working to make the holidays more memorable from now on!
Kelsey says
Usually holidays are memorable with very little stress, but this one is sure to be both. It’s our first holiday season with a baby, and we are doing a lot of traveling!
Betsy Finn says
Our holidays are sometimes memorable but I always aim for them to be NOT stressful. Going with the flow works well for us.
Aaren says
Ever since we changed to “Secret Santas” for the adults, the holidays are much less stressful and more joyful. My daughter absolutely adores my mom, but we only see her a few times a year since she’s a plane ride away. My daughter can’t wait to see grandma at Christmas!
Nina says
Our holidays are pretty memorable. Not so stressful really unless we’re traveling. We normally don’t travel during the holidays anyway.
Elizabeth says
Not stressful. I try to do almost everything before thanksgiving, so that only the fun things are left, like decorating and making cookies and going caroling.
Zara G says
Fun ideas! Looking forward to putting some of them to use this season.
Kari says
Usually holidays are stressful with having to run all over to different homes. Hoping this year will me more memorable as we have opted to stay home and enjoy our own family this year!
Jamie says
Hoping to make a memorable holiday season this year with low stress! Preparation is a key factor! I’m working on it. Thanks for the giveaway!
maria cantu says
Mostly stressful.
kaitlin ellis says
Both like always but I try not to let the stress get to me!
Bethany says
Memorable with lots of food and laughter.
Lori says
This year—both memorable & stressful! Our daughter is getting married in December…between Thanksgiving & Christmas!
Allison says
There is always some stress, but definitely more memorable than anything!
Mary Anne says
It’s a combination! I’m working this year to make it less stressful and to not plan as many activities. Also, trying to get all my holiday shopping done by Dec 1!
LaTanya says
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LaTanya says
my holidays are both
nicole says
Striving for a memorable holiday! Pre planning and a little organization has helped thus far, but my mantra is be adaptable, relax and enjoy my family!
Vanessa L says
Usually memorable because we have a nice small Christmas together that allows for time to decorate, bake, and create.
Angelica says
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Angelica says
My holidays are memorable! My family is pretty laid back so the stress level is always pretty low. If the turkey’s late and the house is a mess, no worries.
Karen Taylor says
It’s often a combination of both stress and memorable fun times. Home-cooked meals are always so much more exciting for us, but that means some sacrifice of play time and holiday activities with our 3 kids, in order to get a delectable spread on the table and those tummies filled. Is it worth it? Definitely!
katie says
i’m working on eliminating stress at the holidays. 2015-2016 winter will be the best one yet-cards are done, shopping is done, i’m going to buy cookies (some you can cut/bake) and we’re doing an easy xmas dinner. it’s before thanksgiving, too! fingers crossed holidays will be memorable-in a good way–for my 3yo & DH instead of stressful for me.
Heather LaRue says
Memorable! pre planning helps to cut down the stress.
Irina says
Probably a little bit of both. However, I make an effort to make them memorable and magical for my kids. For example, I make an advent calendar that has a different fun activity for us to do every day. That may be as simple as go sledding, help stamp Christmas cards, drive around to look at the decorated houses or drink hot chocolate, or a little more involved as play with a winter exploration bin, make cookies for our neighbors or buy a gift for a child in need. This also helps keep me accountable that these activities happen and don’t get forgotten in the hustle and bustle of this time of year.
Aggie says
It’s all about making memories and avoiding stress at our house. My son makes presents for our family and we try to buy small but thoughtful gifts for each other. We do a family fun advent calendar where every day we do something together as a family, anything from going to see the lights to baking cookies, wrapping presents or watching a holiday movie. That’s the kind of stuff I remember more than how many presents I got or how many different kinds of cookies my parents made (all that stuff I sometimes feel like I absolutely neeed to do to be a good mom).
Marlene Zerbe says
I remember saving wrapping paper and now recycle everything! But one family tradition we did was wrap a gift with rocks for weight and it would contain a note” Go to…”where you’d find another package, etc. etc, etc….. so we had to hunt for own our gifts which involved a lot of movement, expended energy and I’m sure relieved some stress for our parents as we likely tired quicker.
Heidi says
Right now with the ages 5 and 2, everyday is stressful. :(
Katy says
Memorably stressful!
shoshie says
Perfect answer for my family as well!
Nancy says
Our holidays are always memorable, not stressful.
Melanie says
My youngest son lives 800 miles away and he does not get home as often as we would like. So when he comes home for the holidays, we make those memorable moments to treasure.
Kimberly Menssen says
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Julie says
Our holidays are a little bit of both! We have most of our family in town, so we have to try to keep everybody happy and spend time with everyone! It’s hard!
Kimberly Menssen says
These ideas are fabulous! Our Grandparents always make the holidays fun and carefree. Thank goodness for them! Excited to try the bow scavenger hunt!
Brittany says
A little bit of both! We try to keep things simple, but it is still so much to do in such a little time with Thanksgiving and Christmas being so close together.
Laura Sherrow says
At Grandma’s house use Styrofoam balls and tiny gold pins to decorate with sequence of any shape. Long lasting ornaments for the tree from years to come! Laura
Janice M. Salotti says
Our grandson is really into arts and crafts so these are things we’ll try. He enjoys making cards for the family and using “his” glue stick to make collages is one of his favourite things. He’s also a good cutter and has his own scissors to use. Another fun idea is to let the children swirl paint colours in a lid then make a print with a paper circle or coffee filter. I use cottage cheeese or whipped topping lids for ours.
Cathy says
I work hard to create a memorable Christmas season for my family. Stress does raise it’s head from time to time but over all we have made some wonderful memories and now, with our grandson being two years old, the mystery of Santa has returned to add to the excitement. Merry Christmas everyone!!
Jenni says
Both but thankfully both sides of the family are understanding and flexible.
Shawna m says
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Shawna m says
It’s a mixture of stressful and memorable. You’re standard family arguments help add to the stress and memories!!!!
Robin says
Always memorable!! No matter what happens, disasters or delights, we always try to make memories for everyone by taking lots of pictures and keeping grand kids busy “helping” grandma decorate. This year the grandkids will be making a Christmas wreath and snow flakes for the front door. Then they can make a nativity scene with toilet paper rolls, nativity color and cut pages, and the box of cool art and fabric odds and ends. Thank you pintrest, you again saved my life.
Deb says
Seems like when a choice of toys or household objects are placed before babies or kids they go for anything that is not their toys. Love all of these ideas.
Devin Adams says
They can be both. But since having children I have to go with memorable. This is my sons second Christmas and my daughters first. So lots of new memories to be made.
Jennifer Barela says
They have always been so stressful but I am trying to make them more memorable now that I have children!
Betsy says
Typically stressful, but I’m trying to predecide to have a peaceful & joy filled holiday despite extended family tensions. Love these ideas for grandma’s house.
Lisa Questad says
My holidays have become very memorable and stressful with a 3 year old, 2 year old and 7 month old in the last few years! We spend our holidays visiting family in Canada and US!
Thank you very much for your ideas, it makes the transition to kids a lot easier and more fun!
SaraMeche says
Memorable! I love to see my little one’s face when he sees everyone! He just lights up when his cousins come into town.
Tessa Haynes says
love these ideas – thanks!
Tabitha says
Memorable! When I get too stressed about it, I just remind myself that the kids won’t remember if I thought it was perfect. They will remember if I was fun to be around and it will be perfect to them!
Desiree H. says
I think they can be both memorable and stressful. However, I feel that when things start to get stressful it’s important to step back and remember what the holidays are about. The things I remember about holidays are the food and the FUN I had with my family. Now that I’m a mother myself, I’m trying to ensure that’s what my own kids remember!
Krissy says
The stressful part of our holidays is always having to go to 4-5 different places in one day but we love getting to spend time with everyone!
Shanon says
Very very memorable. I’m an early planner so that takes a lot of the stress away. We spend a lot of time with family and it’s my favorite time of the year.
Christina Vitek says
Our holidays are way more memorable if I’m organized up front. I try to get my shopping DONE by December 1st so that the entire month leading up to Christmas is spent doing fun things with the kids and not spent worrying about what I’m buying, time to shop, and money! It has made such a huge difference in how we enjoy tacky lights, making elf donuts, watching Christmas movies….
Rebecca says
Well, so far we have had memorable holidays. I think the only stressful part for me is that we have three children and both my husband and my family all have older children so they love spoiling our children, but the stressful part comes in for me not being able to give as much as they are giving to our children. Merry Christmas!!
Krystle says
The holidays are both memorable and stressful with all the cooking, decorating, house guests and gift buying. Despite all that needs to be done I still look forward to it every year!
Happy Holidays!!
Amy F. says
Things can be stressful with 2 families we have to visit during the holidays. Love the crafts…think I’ll try them at home too.
Georgina Bomer says
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Jeremy says
Our holidays are stressful for my wife and I and memorable for everyone else involved. However, we don’t mind.
Solomiya says
Our holidays are very calm and memorable! And thank you for great crafts ideas – they will make our holidays even more enjoyable!
Elle says
I find holidays quite memorable and also stressful…how stressful depends on if I am hosting or not!
Carissa says
Family holidays have always been memorable. I think this year will be extra special because my daughter now realizes who Santa is and what christmas is about! She’s two and my only child. Excited to make new memories with her and my husband!
Elle says
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Danielle says
So many great ideas here! I LOVE the wrapping paper matching game!
Justine Howell says
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My kids love playing outside at Gmas house since we have no snow here and she does, just simple coloring works there too because she will do it with them!
Rachel says
Thanks for some great ideas. My daughter, Grandma, and I will have to try some out!
Lydia Beck says
I absolutely love the ideas on here! Having 2 different age groups of grandkids gets challenging at times (toddler and preteen!) but I have been able to find things they can do together (and alone) memories in the making! thank you so much for all your ideas.
Carly Johnsey says
Our family holidays have become more memorable than stressful over the years. As the years fly by, we are realizing more and more that the holidays with family does not have to be perfect, just fun. We laugh a lot and will continue to do so with the ideas of family activities in this post. Thank you!
Mary Voratut says
We love going to grandma’s house especially around the holidays. She always has something fun for the kids to do. I never have to worry that they will get bored.
JESSICA! says
I love this post! Grandmas house CAN get a little boring for the kiddos ….
Kemi says
Our holidays are pretty low key. We eliminated the stress factors years ago and focus on being together rather than on what to buy.
MaryAnn says
I would have to say that our holiday meals are more stressful.
Patty wright says
Stressful.never have money for presents. Retired and on a fixed income. People want expensive gifts. My husband and I quit buying presents for each other and just buy for our two kids and grandaughter.
Heather R says
I’ve learned to stop trying to make everything perfect and just be open to going with the flow so that the holidays will be memorable rather than stressful. All that matters is being able to spend time with loved ones.
Amber Rush says
Trying to fit in seeing all of our family.
Joanna Peter says
Figuring out what to buy for family and friends can be stressful at times, but in general it is more of a memorable time.
Mercedes says
Thanks, I use many of your activities for my bilingual playgroups.
Amie George says
The holidays can sometimes be stressful because having four kids to buy for can really take a toll on you but knowing that they grow up so fast we always make them as memorable as possible.
Colleen says
Our holidays are memorable because we focus on spending time with people we love instead of other obligations. We also make sure to spend time with just our nuclear family.
Carolsue says
Some of our holidays are memorable because they ARE stressful! LOL. Sometimes they go well, sometimes they don’t. I guess that’s fairly normal with large families.
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Trisha says
Our holidays are memorable. We try to remember the reason and keep the stress out of it.
Tamra H says
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Tamra H says
Our holidays are pretty stressful. Trying to reduce the craziness this year and just enjoy each other’s company!
Amanda says
Grammy will be excited to have some ideas for the kids to do while visiting!
Shay says
Memorable!! I try to take “mental pictures” of the moments of sheer joy…let those be my focus and outweigh any stress. Don’t sweat the small things is especially important this time of year!
Joe U says
Our holidays are memorable, but in a stressful way!
Caroline says
Our holidays are very memorable with lots of fun outings and crafts.
Natalie Quinn says
Ours are very memorable. We try to make it as laid back as possible with very little expectations so we can just focus on enjoying each others company :)
Rachelle Lee says
Memorable.. Kids grow up so fast and this is the time of the year we get to spend lots of time together, even sleep inside the tent in the living room for 2 weeks.
Ashley says
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Ashley says
My holidays are absolutely memorable. Imperfect, a little chaotic..but absolutely memorable and amazing.
Lynn says
It is very memorable, they may seem to get a little stressful especially when we have to travel a lot. (one year drove over 3000 miles) But all in all watching the innocent sparkle in my kids eyes when they are so full of joy and excitement makes it all memorable and so worth it.
Emmalene says
My holidays are definitely stressful but the memories out-weigh the stress without a doubt. They’re even more memorable since I had my twins and get to share my holidays with them now.
Jessie says
Usually memorable, a little stressful with all the travel. Trying to make new traditions this Christmas since we know we get to adopt out two wonderful girls.
Debbie Dominguez says
This will be my second year living with my grandchildren and their parents. It’s crazy hectic but we had so much fun setting up special traditions for our two different Christmas celebrations(they are Greek Orthodox and follow a different calendar). These are very fun and easy activities!
Sara says
Mostly memorable. My in-laws stress me out a little…but it’s all about making memories for my 4 year old!
Bevin says
Memorable, try to keep things simple but fun
Christina Shepherd says
ALWAYS memorable!!! my boys and myself make ornaments together and they dress like santa to deliver to all the relatives.
Dorothy Boucher says
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Rose says
Both, but this year we are making a real effort to slow down and enjoy!!
Brooke says
Always memorable! I love the holidays :)
Valerie says
I am in a really fun stage with my family. A 2 year old who is discovering what is involved in each holiday, an 8 year old who knows the ropes and enjoys all the holidays have to offer and loves our family traditions and one more on the way to watch follow in her brothers’ footsteps <3 the holidays are going to be memorable for many years to come!
Sharon lynch says
Thank you for the great Christmas ideas! Matching Christmas wrapping paper squares is a super game for my preschool class; and the snowflakes are great scissors practice. I enjoy following your blog!! Thank you.
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Cristen says
My holidays are usually memorable because of all the traditions we keep.
Corie says
Memorable AND stressful, sometimes the stress adds to the memories :)
Ciera says
My holidays are memorable because I get to see and spend time with family members that I haven’t seen in a while .
Bonnie Held says
Appreciate the suggestions – my sweetie pie loves to craft!
Allison Swain says
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Allison Swain says
They can be stressful at times, but they are always memorable.
Thank you for the giveaway
Audrey says
Fun ideas. Thanks for sharing on the #HomeMattersParty . I hope you will join us again next week.
Chanel says
My holidays are definitely memorable since I do not have the responsibility of hosting them (yet) :D
Candace says
My holidays are a hit or miss. Sometimes they are memorable and sometimes not. I don’t have any kids yet so that might be why lol
Soo says
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/jltsmommy/status/668185344890769408
Soo says
I’m trying not to stress too much about the holidays this year… aiming for memorable over stressful.
Lisa Brown says
tweet-https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/668152452982575104
Lisa Brown says
My holidays are dull: I live with the in-law and she never decorates, no tree, etc. Not much fun at the holiday time. I do put lights up in my room, however, it’s something.
Ally says
Our holidays are both!
And you know what? The stress isn’t the memorable part. It stays in the moment :)
Kristin G says
My holidays are always memorable because I get to see family that I haven’t seen in awhile. We try not to stress a lot over food or whatnot. We mainly enjoy each other’s company.
rondah says
https://twitter.com/rjjs13/status/668003971840258048
rondah says
As I’m growing older, my holidays are memorable
Kate F. says
My holidays are usually memorable. I try not to get stressed out and just enjoy the season with family and friends.
Laura Lane of Harvest Lane Cottage says
Mine are both.
Sheena says
My holidays are BOTH. Working on it though!
Natalie says
https://twitter.com/yarbr012/status/667887087954169858
Natalie says
My holidays have for the most part been very memorable. I have a wonderful family and it is always nice to see them over Christmas. It can be stressful finding a day and time that everyone can get together at one time.
Caroline says
Our holiday is a combo of both some stressful moments, but more memorable moments.
beth dunlavy hoppe says
My holidays are always memorable. Because my family has a great time!
wen budro says
The only part of my holidays that is stressful is the air travel. Flying used to be fun but now it’s just a nightmare. If they take away any more leg room inches- we’ll be sitting piggyback on top of each other.
wen budro says
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/wendybudrow/status/667833334924337152
Dana says
I try to keep them low stress, but we are busy!
Amy Tong says
tweeted:
https://twitter.com/uTry_it/status/667792659256209408
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Amy Tong says
All of my holidays were quite memorable! everyone chipped in and contribute. That’s what make it worked so well and no one get stressed out. :) And I think that’s how thing should be.
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Betsy says
I love the time with family around the holidays
Betsy says
tweet: https://twitter.com/betsy5454/status/667789845524316160
Tabitha says
I’d say a little bit of both. There are times I wanna pull my hair out. But the look on my daughters face on Christmas day makes it all worth it.
Erika says
Definitely memorable. I love seeing my kids excited for Christmas.
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Jessie C. says
tweet-https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/667559086888587264
Jessie C. says
My holidays are memorable because I love to be able to get together with all my family.
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Holly says
Our holidays are memorable when our family is together outside — visiting a Christmas tree farm, seeing the holiday lights at the zoo, taking flashlight walks around our neighborhood or hiking in the snow. We love being in the great outdoors even in the cold and dark of winter.
Wanda Pell says
My holidays are memorable because they are always spent with my family! I could go on but that’s the biggest reason. :-)
livivua says
Our holidays are memorable by being in the kitchen when cooking, talking, and laughing while catching up on life events of things from the year.
Maria W says
Our holidays are memorable because it’s our baby’s first holiday season and his big sister is starting to enjoy them too! :-)
Maria W says
Tweet
https://mobile.twitter.com/MariaW96352714/status/667449772530204672
livivua says
My holidays are very memorable with all the time I spend in the kitchen with my family talking, cooking, and joking.
Kelly D says
tweet
https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/667379538163335168
Kelly D says
My holidays are memorable because the kids always help us make lots of nice memories.
Mami2jcn says
tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/667351452629803010
Mami2jcn says
My holidays are memorable when I don’t host out of town relatives! When my in laws come, it’s stressful.