As Bella gets older, we really want to make sure we teach her what Christmas is all about. As adults it is hard enough to keep our thoughts focused on its true meaning so this year we put an Advent calendar in place. Most of the activities are still a lot about having fun and don't necessarily revolve around Christ's birth but with having the days numbered, we feel like she still knows we are approaching His birthday, we are all anticipating it plus we are getting to spend a lot of intentional time as a family celebrating the season.
On the first day, we went to Walk Through Bethlehem in Matthews. It was something I was able to do as a kid and I knew Bella would love to see Baby Jesus. Fortunately and unfortunately, I was right. She didn't care to take her time walking through the rest of the town, she just wanted to get to Baby Jesus! It was pretty special though and a great way to start the season off right!
We picked up our Christmas tree on the way home and that was also fun. We let Bella pick it out this year and she did a fantastic job!
Ava was pretty excited too!
On Day two, we decorated the tree and put out other decorations in the house including the famous train of Daddy's.
Day three, we, as I mentioned elsewhere, wrapped up boxes to put around the tree as a little blockade for Ava. I also have a box full of extra unbreakable balls (one of my best investments since having children) by the tree which also helps occupy them both!
Today is Day 4 and we are going to set up the Little People Nativity set and my Willow Tree Nativity (most favorite gift ever!). Should be fun!
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