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Advent is such a special time of the year and there are so many beautiful ways to celebrate as a family. Check out 5 family favorites in this post!<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Do you celebrate Advent as a family?\u00a0 Or perhaps it is a special thing you do on your own?\u00a0 Whether you celebrate it in large or small ways, it can be a really meaningful time to keep your focus on true meaning of Christmas.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”story” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I remember when I was a little girl, we had a felt Christmas tree with a countdown to Christmas<\/strong>.\u00a0 Little Velcro pieces in all different kinds of Christmas shapes would be placed on each day.<\/p>\n My mom always kept it in our mudroom\/laundry area and my brother and I would try to see who could get the countdown updated first each day.<\/p>\n Of course, being the youngest, I was quite happy when he no longer really cared about it and I could have it all to myself!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”about the post” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As my husband and I started our own family, I\u2019ve used a variety of Christmas countdown pieces over the years.\u00a0 We have a couple of different ones that we like to use now!<\/p>\n For our family, things that are too complicated tend to just not happen at all<\/strong>.\u00a0 Or we start, with great intentions, but just can\u2019t keep it going during the entirety of the busy season.<\/p>\n So, here is tip number one to celebrate Advent as a family:<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Advent-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Advent” admin_label=”25 IMG” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #1 header” _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #1 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n There are so many small, simple, cute ways to recognize Advent.\u00a0 Our family found that by keeping it short and sweet, we are able to fit it into even the busiest December days.\u00a0<\/strong> Here a few simple ideas:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #1 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Advent-Boxes-4-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Advent Boxes (4)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #2 header” _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #2 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For years, we tried to do even the most simple Advent in the evenings.\u00a0<\/strong> I don\u2019t know why it took me so long to realize that this was, quite simply, never going to be a good solution for our family.<\/p>\n With all of us so involved in music, there are numerous rehearsals and performances that fill our evenings.\u00a0 Sometimes we are together and sometimes we are going different directions.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #2 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For our family, it works incredibly well to gather at 7:00 a.m. on the weekdays.<\/strong>\u00a0 We are all home and everyone can adjust their morning routines to allow for 5 minutes for Advent.\u00a0 Each of us look forward to it and believe me, our kids won\u2019t let us miss it now!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Advent-Boxes-2-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Advent Boxes (2)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #3 header” _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #3 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n There are so many fun ways to celebrate Advent with gifting.<\/strong>\u00a0 Some people make these real and special gifts each day.\u00a0 For some, it may be a cute Advent chocolate box like this one.<\/p>\n Perfect for each member of the family\u2026unlike my brother and I racing to the laundry room to move the Christmas figure.\u00a0 Haha!<\/p>\n Here are a few ways you can incorporate Advent gifting:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #3 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Advent-Boxes-3-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Advent Boxes (3)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #4 header” _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #4″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Ours was actually born out of my realization that my French postal sorter had over 25 holes and it could make a really fun Advent display.<\/p>\n I\u2019ll be honest that I wasn\u2019t trying to be overly spiritual or even had grand expectations that it could work.\u00a0<\/strong> I just wanted some way for us to try and be more intentional about celebrating Advent as a family.<\/p>\n It has ended up being a wonderful tradition for our family!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #4″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]I wanted to create some kind of gifting tradition that was inexpensive but not necessarily food-related each day, so I purchased these kraft boxes<\/a><\/span> and wrote my own numbers.<\/strong>\u00a0 They fit perfectly in my postal sorter cubbies!<\/p>\n If you have cubbies or even a shelf where you could display boxes, this is a really fun way to celebrate and has definitely become a tradition for us.<\/p>\n The boxes are big enough to hold little gift items for each of our three children but small enough that they know it\u2019s just going to be fun little gifts.<\/strong><\/p>\n Here are some things I typically get for the boxes, though I mix it up each depending on what I find:[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #4″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #4″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n You can find more ideas and a little more detail about our DIY boxes to celebrate Advent as a family on this post.<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Advent-Boxes-3-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Advent Boxes (3)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #5 header” _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #5 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]Our routine is to read a short devotional from this book<\/a>,<\/strong><\/span> hang the corresponding ornament on the pop-up tree, open the Advent box for the day, and have a short prayer.\u00a0 It takes us about 5-7 minutes and it is time well-spent.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #5 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you\u2019re following me on Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/strong>, I\u2019ll be sharing a Christmas verse each day, beginning on December 1st<\/sup>.<\/strong><\/p>\n You are welcome to follow along and have each family member take turns reading the verse.<\/p>\n Even a one-minute discussion about the verse and a quick prayer can help your family set the tone of keeping the Reason for the Season a focal point in your home.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Verse List (blank)” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #5 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Use the time in your car to keep the radio tuned to a station that plays Christmas music.\u00a0<\/strong> Our favorite praise and worship station is always on low in our home, too, and I love that it helps create a cozy environment in our home, but a meaningful one as well.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #5 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Tip: Be intentional<\/em>.\u00a0<\/strong> If you create celebrations that are simple and easy enough to maintain, you\u2019ll be able to turn it into a tradition that your family looks forward to each year.<\/p>\n It was the best thing our family could have possibly done to add depth and meaning to the Christmas season in our home.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #5 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you celebrate Advent, whether as a family or in your personal time, I\u2019d love to hear your ideas.\u00a0<\/strong> There are so many different things you can do.\u00a0 The important thing is to just make it a focus and actually enjoy it together.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #5 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n It will undoubtedly be imperfect.\u00a0 Each season, there is a day or two that we miss and have to make up the next day.<\/p>\n Sometimes it feels like we all come flying in and land in a heap for a moment before we head out the door to begin our days.<\/p>\n The kids forget who\u2019s turn it is and there are always a couple of days that include \u201cdiscussions.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tip #5 ” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n But regardless of how messy it can be, I love that we celebrate and we celebrate together.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Advent-Boxes-5-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Advent Boxes (5)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Advent-Boxes-1-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Advent Boxes (1)” admin_label=”CLosing img” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Follow Me” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I’d love for you to follow me on social media! \u00a0You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram<\/strong><\/a>, Pinterest<\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>! \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Closing” _builder_version=”4.10.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Blessings,<\/strong><\/p>\nTip #1 to Celebrate Advent as a Family:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Tip #2 to Celebrate Advent as a Family:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Set aside intentional time to celebrate Advent as a family.<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Tip #3 to Celebrate Advent as a Family:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Advent gifting ideas<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Tip #4 to Celebrate Advent as a Family:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Create a DIY Advent tradition<\/em><\/h3>\n
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Tip #5 to Celebrate Advent as a Family:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Take a brief minute to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas as you celebrate Advent as a family.<\/em><\/h3>\n
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