-Clean out kids toys and clothes early December with the kids to give to a charity that helps people over xmas. Bonus extra space to store kids xmas gifts later and helps kids with giving side of xmas.

- homemade decorating kids rooms, streamers etc, kids love this (I have little kids)

- walk at night xmas eve to check out the stars and look for santa. Calms kids down.

- New PJs for the kids xmas eve. Photos first thing xmas day kids look respectable, kids go to bed easier night before.

- bake xmas treats during December give to elderly neighbours

- sprinkle flour around boot footprints front porch/driveway etc xmas eve, leave reindeer evidence (eg horse poo)

- gourmet breakfast xmas day for us. We have to travel long distance for families so wanted some transportable traditions.