It’s almost that time of year again. Whether you celebrate the religious holiday or not, the excitement of the season and the time off to relax is enjoyed by all. Twinkle lights line every street, illuminating the white blankets of snow like glowing lanterns. And the only studying that takes place is on holiday gift guides.
It’s Christmas.
Elizabeth Coogan ’14 knows a thing or two about decorating her house, including an 18 ft tree that towers precariously in her living room as a tradition every year. “Every night of December, I get more and more excited for the upcoming holiday because of how decorated and Christmas-y my house is.,” says Coogan.
As Santa sieves through his letters from the naughty and nice, kids of all ages will wait anxiously to receive their fate on the day that seems incredibly far off. Fortunately, Inklingsnews.com brings to you a calendar that will make waiting seem almost as fun as ripping open presents on Christmas morning–almost.
December 1 – Buy an advent calendar, which will be sure to make the countdown to christmas extra sweet.
December 2 – String your christmas lights across the house, put out figurines in the yard–anything and everything to get your neighbors in the spirit.
December 3 – Check out ABC Family’s 25 days of Christmas.
December 4 – Find your recipes for Christmas Eve and Christmas day.
December 5 – Set out your scented candles and give the house the warmth of freshly baked cookies without the hassle.
December 6 – Make your holiday playlist, and listen to your heart’s desire.
December 7 – Decorate the house! Drag out those caroling figurines and electric window candles and lose yourself in Christmas cheer.
December 8 – Invest in a pair of footie pajamas. Seriously, you won’t regret it.
December 9 – Adopt a family through the Holiday Giving Program (email: [email protected]). ‘Tis the season!
December 10 – Buy your christmas tree!
December 11 – Decorate your christmas tree with all your favorite ornaments.
December 12 – Try some Nutella hot chocolate and never be satisfied with regular again.
December 13 – Get in the spirit with some christmas cookies.
December 14 – Go Christmas shopping!
December 15 – Take a trip to the city and see the tree at Rockefeller Center.
December 16 – Send out the dreadful (but necessary) Christmas cards.
December 17 – Do Secret Santa with friends with gifts under $50.
December 18 – Make gingerbread houses.
December 19 – Hang your stockings!
December 20 – Wrap presents for loved ones.
December 21 – First day of break! Make a celebratory fire and cuddle up to a good book.
December 22 – Take a picture with Santa at the mall to ensure your place on the “Nice” list!
December 23 – Cook a meal with family and bring it to the Gillespie Center.
December 24 – Enjoy a nice cup of eggnog as you stuff stockings and put out presents.
December 25 – Have a wonderful Christmas, enjoying the company of family and friends during the holiday of giving.
