Creating Meaningful Christmas Memories with Family Traditions.

Christmas is prime time for memory-making, and family traditions are the glue that binds those moments. Whether it’s baking or tree-trimming, these rituals foster connection and nostalgia. Here are five ideas to start or tweak traditions in 2025. An advent calendar kicks things off. Skip the store-bought chocolate and make one—hang 24 envelopes with treats …

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The History of the Christmas Tree: From Ancient Symbolism to Modern Tradition

Each December, millions haul out Christmas trees, stringing lights and hanging ornaments in a ritual that feels timeless. But where did this tradition come from? Its story spans centuries and continents, weaving together ancient symbols, religious shifts, and royal flair into the holiday centerpiece we adore today. The roots go deep—way before Christianity. Ancient Egyptians, …

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