Christmas Traditions
You must! How else will Santa know what you want for Christmas!?
What Is Letter for Santa
This nostalgic Christmas classic harkens to the youth of many a baby boomer and Gen X-er. Kids nowadays won’t appreciate the allure of a sweet lever action, train robber stopper. It even makes Aunt Clara’s gift tolerable.
What is A Christmas Story.
This sweet character is a beacon of purity, innocence, faith, and discernment. She was able to single handedly change the hearts and minds of the entire community. Although not the main character, her unyielding belief in the power of Christmas led her to be the real hero of the story.
Who is Cindy Lou Who
Male reindeer shed their antlers in the winter. That means ‘Santa’s reindeer’ are actually these.
What are female reindeer.
You can say there’s no such thing as Santa, but as for me and Grandpa we believe because this happened.
What is Grandma Got Ran Over By A Reindeer
In the past, this trend was embraced solely by grandmas and teachers. It may be thanks to a 2001 gathering in Vancouver that this tradition has gone mainstream and no longer for just your fashion challenged Nana.
What is wearing Ugly Christmas Sweaters.
This Christmas movie is packed full of inspirational quotes that have been cherished for decades. It may also have your loved ones standing around the Christmas Turkey saying the Pledge of Allegiance or committing your family’s first kidnapping.
What is Christmas Vacation.
This character had grown weary of the same old thing. They didn’t mean any harm. They only wanted to understand Christmas.
Who is Jack Skellington
Jingle Bells is a popular Christmas song, or so most believe. But notice the song never mentions Christmas, Santa Clause, or Jesus. In fact, this jolly anthem was written in 1850 for this American holiday.
What is Thanksgiving.
This 1944 Christmas tune was recently banned by radio stations across the country and Canada in the wake of the Me Too movement.
What is Baby It’s Cold Outside
Rather than stuffing your favorite Nikes with hay for St. Nicks Donkey, children now do this in hopes of finding treats there instead come Christmas morning.
What is hanging Christmas Stockings.
The holidays may be depressing for some. They certainly are for the protagonist in this flick. But if you knew just how important you are to those in your life, you wouldn’t wish what this person did. So be careful if you do. An Angel may show up and give you exactly what you wish for.
What is It’s a Wonderful Life.
This movie character reminds us that embracing our inner child is key to laying hold of holiday happiness.
Who is Buddy the Elf
Have you ever wondered where the name Santa Claus came from? It’s actually from Sinterklass, which means Saint Nicolas in Dutch. Dutch is the native language of this country.
What is the Netherlands.
This is the name of the #1 Christmas song played on the radio according to ITunes
What is All I Want For Christmas Is You
In the 15th century, folks adorned these with flour-paste wafers and apples because they believed they symbolized eternal life.
What is decorating a Christmas tree.
The story in this favorite Christmas movie actually takes place within a snowflake where we learn the real meaning of Christmas is not found in packages, but within the love we share.
What is The Grinch Who Stole Christmas.
A lesser known story behind this character is that they saved 3 poor sisters from being sold into slavery by the father by providing the women with a dowry so they could be married. The anniversary of this person’s death is a day to celebrate and feast, and is also considered to be a ‘lucky day’ or a day to get married.
Who is St. Nicholas.
Christmas is the Christian festival that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, but no one really knows the date of Jesus’s birth. December 25th was actually chosen by them.
What is the Roman Catholic Church.
This Christmas tune hitting #24 on the billboards in 1953, was sung by 10 year old Gayla Peevy, which is as surprising as the subject of the song. But only Gayla singing this song would do ‘hint hint’
What is I want a Hippopotamus For Christmas
This tradition originated from decorating paradise trees with candles to symbolize Christ as the light of the world.
What is Hanging Christmas Lights.
This Christmas classic premiered more than 50 years ago. Based on the song of the same name, this sweet stop-motion story is about accepting ourselves and others despite our differences.
What is Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.
This cold hearted character and their callous attitude towards the “surplus population” was brought to life in a novel penned in 1843.
Who is Ebenezer Scrooge
This popular Christmas practice is actually of Roman origin. It was part of a celebration offered to the Roman god Saturn who is viewed to be the Pagan god of agriculture that gives vegetation and fruitfulness all year round.
What is Gift-Giving.
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, this Christmas song by Bing Crosby is not only the best-selling Christmas single in the United States, but also the best-selling single of all time since the advent of recorded music.
What is White Christmas