The past few days
have been a whirlwind of traditions—from cookie decorating, to wrapping gifts
at the local seniors’ center, to donating books, food, and clothes to kids in
need. We’ve been busy!
And that’s just
the beginning. My entire Christmas holiday is filled with family traditions.
Even
the way we decorate our tree is traditional. Dad always strings the lights, Mom
always puts the star on the top, and my sister and I put up specific
decorations. All while listening to holiday music and drinking hot chocolate
with peppermint sprinkles.
Family traditions
are important. So, I thought it might be fun to check out some different
Christmas traditions from around the world. Boy, did I learn a lot!
Like, did you
know that in Ireland, kids leave mince pies instead of cookies for Santa? Or
that in Russia and Ukraine, Christmas is celebrated on January 7, not December
25th?
The people of
Netherlands, who celebrate Christmas on December 6th, await the
arrival of SinterKlaas and his sidekick, Black Pete. SinterKlaas leaves candy
and nuts for boys and girls who have their shoes filled with hay and sugar for
his horse.
I’m a BIG fan of
turkey, but in Japan, traditional Christmas dinner is Kentucky Fried Chicken. Can
you imagine? In fact, you’d have to make a reservation to eat at a KFC on
Christmas in the country!
And you all know
how much I love Halloween, so of course I’m all about the Austrian folklore
that jolly Saint Nick makes his rounds with a sidekick in tow—creepy Krampus.
He takes care of the kids on Santa’s NAUGHTY list, and trust me, his
“punishment” is worse than a lump of coal. Er…not that I would know first-hand
of course.
What are some of
your family traditions? I’d love to learn more about them!
Gotta jet!
Have a great
weekend—and MERRY CHRISTMAS!
~ Chase Superman Duffy
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