Trying to think of a way to countdown to Christmas with your kids?



Christmas Countdown. My daughter Tara found this Stocking Countdown Calendar on Disney's Family Fun website.

Just gather up 25 colorful socks, clothespins, markers, 6 feet of cord, and you're ready to plan some fun activities for your Christmas Countdown. [Go to Disney's Family Fun link for detailed instructions.]



The Ross kids began their countdown on Day 1 by hanging candy canes on their Christmas tree.



Other ideas

* make Christmas wreaths
* writing letters to Santa
* ride to see Christmas lights
* decorate Christmas cookies
* make Christmas ornaments
* watch Family Christmas movie
* enjoy family Game night
* wrap presents
* make birthday cupcakes for Jesus
* read Christmas stories
* make special Christmas deserts
* visit Santa at the mall
* go Christmas shopping



... a little messy, but a whole lot of fun!



Ethan displaying his handiwork ...



Aidan acting silly, while his sister Julia giggles ...

Thanks. A special "thank you" to Tara, Aidan, Ethan, and Julia for sharing your Christmas Countdown with BLESSED!

Photos/TaraRoss

Does you family have a special way to countdown for Christmas? It's not too late to start counting down to Christmas today!

Contact kj@karenjordan.net if you have a special craft project or recipe you would like to share with BLESSED.

Happy Holidays!