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Dec
25
Christmas is the time of year when friends and families can renew their connections to one another. Sometimes, regretably, this seems to get lost in the commercialism of the holiday. However, you do not have to let this be the case! You can choose to pay special attention to the aspects of Christmas closeness … that really matter.
Here are some ways to do just that on Christmas Day:
1.  Enjoy breakfast together. Breaking bread has always been a great way to share stories and foster the idea of family. Decide who will host the meal. Schedule the timing to best accommodate everyone’s schedule.
2. Read the Christmas story. Shared traditions can bring friends and family closer. Remembering the reason why you are celebrating the holiday enhances the experience of the Day. Each person can take turns reading a portion of the story. For a new twist, have a few family members act out the Christmas story as one person narrates it. Find that budding actor/actress among you!
3. Hold a video family-friend gathering. Most laptops come with webcams installed these days. If you have a desktop it is quick and easy to hook up one. With an instant messaging program like Skype or Windows Live you can see as well as talk to friends and family members that are far away.
Have those members who live close to one another gather at the home of one person. When everyone is together, start the video call. Everyone can go around the room and say what they are thankful for. You can all share the good times on Christmas morning even though some of you are far away.
4. Attend a church service. Agree with friends and family members to gather for this service to spend time in one another’s company.
Overall, take your time to be together and enjoy the day. Slow down … and experience the time together. Take time to savor each moment.