The Four Gifts

I share this every year only because it is one of the things I get asked about most frequently in the history of the blog!!  For Christmas, our family goes by a four gift rule from Santa.

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The best and most anticipated gift of our Christmas is always the “DO” gift.  It has involved everything from tickets to a show or exhibit to an overnight in town to a full on trip.  Last year they got their very first ski trip … mine too!  This year we are staying much closer to home because we had already planned some trips as a family.  I’m excited about it nonetheless.

In addition to Santa gifts, we also give them something from us, a stocking and a Christmas ornament for their trees.  So, all in all, our Christmas is pretty simple.

I created a Letter to Santa a couple of years ago.  You can find the instant download in the Dixie Delights Shop!  There is also a page included that doesn’t have the “4 gift” list, but just blank spaces.  The date on the envelope has been updated but it also comes with an undated version.

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Three years later, I still stand by our 3 favorite toys.  These have all had MUCH longevity in our household and still get used years later.

 Nerf Lazer Tag  |   Anki Overdrive  |  Ticket to Ride

This year I’m adding the games Catan and Monopoly Deal to our favorite lists as we have enjoyed them for many, many hours!  We have 3 Razor Scooters and I can’t remember the last time they rode a bike with these around.

Our 3 variations of Razor Scooters  |   Catan |   Monopoly Deal 

With that, let the holiday shopping begin!!!!!!!!!

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