In my family we have always had a Christmas Eve tradition one which probably most people have..... Opening one gift on Christmas Eve. And it never fails that the gift is always Pajamas. One of my sisters changed the tradition with her family a few years ago and has shared the idea with each of us. Every year there is a knock at her front door now and presents are left on the doorstep. (Her mother in law lives near and can do this for her) The gifts are pajamas left by PJ the Elf. You see PJ is one of Santa's helpers. He is the one responsible for making sure all children are in their pj's and tucked up in bed before Santa gets to the houses. So he leaves PJs for all the children to get into and then go straight to bed. I love this idea because it makes it seem as though Santa is really near. Last year two of my sisters co wrote a poem to attach to the Pj's and I love it so I thought I would share it with you all!
You have been good so Santa has said,
Now put on your pj's and go straight to bed.
Your jammies will keep you so nice and cozy,
from the tip of your toes to your cute little nosey.
So hop into bed, dream of reindeer in flight
For Jolly ole' Santa is coming tonight!
-Brittney Robles and Misty Kelly
The kids still get to open one gift from under the tree but now instead of it being Pj's they get slippers. I love traditions! We have loads!
3 comments:
Oh, I love this idea, and the poem is just brilliant!! I remember you telling me about the pyjama tradition, so I have actually got a new pair for each of the kiddies, so I think I may use PJ the Elf too!! Thanks! XX
Love this! I think PJ needs to visit my house. Thanks for sharing.
Yep, we have the same tradition at our house, we never had the elf though. I might have to try that one!
Post a Comment