Looking back I admit that even though I knew the meaning of Christmas I spent more than a little time reflecting on my gifts and worldly things. My time should have been spent with family, sharing in the joy of the season and really being thankful for the beautiful gift of of Savior. However, I was a child and I want my kids to be kids as well! I want to see their faces as they open up the perfect gift, and spend time with them picking out gifts for others.
So after much thinking we have come up with a way to do the traditional things while keeping things simple, for both our hearts and our budgets.We are going to implement a few things this year, the christmas eve gift and Want-Need-Wear-Read.
The Christmas Eve gift I found where else, but Pinterest. The idea is that the night before Christmas the kids open a gift together that really is for the whole family. First is a brand new set of pajamas . I can remember coming home late from my Grandparents house and rushing to my bedroom to put on my new jammies! Nothing is better than going to sleep, waiting for Santa, in soft, brand new pajamas! To top off the night there will be a movie (Pixar or a Christmas favorite) and snacks (hot chocolate and something to munch on)! I am very excited for that this year since Hunter is starting to get into movies and lets face it, I have always been into hot chocolate.
Next is this idea of Want, Need, Wear, and Read. Something they want, something they need, something to wear and something to read. Doing my research and trying to find the perfect gift to fit each category has actually been much more challenging but also much more fun than just walking down the aisles of a toy store and throwing what looks good in the buggy. I know that both kids are a little young for me to be able to expand on the categories but I still have compiled a couple of "wish" lists for the babes! I think Brock and I might even adapt these guidelines for eachother as well!
For Hunter:
1 & 2. These two fall under Bug's "Want" category. He loves climbing up in the big chairs at the table with us. We are hoping that getting him one of his own will increase the chances of him sitting and doing sensory crafts and puzzles, things he normally wont sit still long enough to do! It comes from IKEA & is not only adorable but super affordable. The Melissa & Doug trains are because, well, what little boy doesn't love trains?? From what I hear Melissa & Doug products are sturdy and well loved!
3. Something to read. Pretty self explanatory. Learning our letters, so exciting!
4. Dual purpose. To wear and a need. Big time.
5. Another one that falls into two category. Hunter has one pair of shoes that fit and so he needs something to wear to dress up a little, instead of just his sneakers!
For Haddie:
Hadley's list was mainly just fun for me!
1. I just absolutely fell in love with this line of books. Jane Austen is a favorite of mine, and I love this spin on the classics!
2. Have you heard of A Tiny Arrow? Beautiful custom made hair accessories and more! I will probably be doing a headband rather than a clip but we will see!
3. BlaBla doll. More specifically Suzette the Fox. Maybe Hadley doesn't want it but her Momma wants her to have it!
4. Sophie the Giraffe is a need right?
5. Love Baby Gap. Anything from there is quality and will melt your heart!
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