CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS FOR EVERYONE

JUST BECAUSE YOU AREN'T CHRISTIAN OR DIDN'T GROW UP CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS, IT DOES NOT MEAN THAT YOU CAN'T PARTICIPATE IN SOME OF THE MANY JOYFUL AND HEARTWARMING TRADITIONS OF THE SEASON. IF YOU'D LIKE TO INTRODUCE SOME WINTER FUN TO YOUR FAMILY, READ ON FOR A LIST OF ACTIVITIES THAT CAN EASILY BECOME ANNUAL TRADITIONS THAT EVERYONE LOOKS FORWARD TO.

- PRIYANKA ACHARYA

We live in an incredible time where regional boundaries mean very little, and cultural exchange occurs on a mass scale. Holidays are not as much about the religion behind them but more about the opportunity to bring people together, a necessity in today's fast-paced world. Even a decade ago, holidays like Halloween and Christmas were not as widely acknowledged in Chennai as they are now. But these days, parents of all backgrounds are eager for their children to engage in fun, wholesome activities, and to adopt traditions that will end up being cherished memories.

December is a favourite month for many Chennaites because of the cool weather, the mass influx of NRIs that reunites us with old friends, the increased emphasis on merrymaking and decreased emphasis on working. If you did not grow up celebrating Christmas but grew to love the culture around it, perhaps from time spent living abroad or from watching popular Christmas movies, you have every right to join the fun and adopt some new traditions for your family. Life is about making your own joy and merriment, and having themed activities that make your children squeal with glee is the ultimate satisfaction for parents.

So if you want to try out some classic Christmas activities, consider any of these:

Tree trimming party