Anna was only 10 months old last Christmas, she couldn't walk or talk, open presents or drink Egg Nog. This Christmas she is very aware of what is going on and it is fun to see her examine it all and try to put it in context.
She has figured out the basic concept of "Christmas Tree" - It has lights (!) and shiny balls (!) that are really hard for her to put back as she removes them.
She has found that under the tree are "Presents" - These are boxes in assorted sizes that are disguised. (Hopefully she won't figure out that it is paper because that will lead to some crayola-ed presents)
The "Santa" idea is too hard to explain, though she did watch the Dr. Seuss original "Grinch who stole Christmas" (also too hard to explain).
"Baby Jesus" will have to be explained at some point, although I'm not sure the purpose because she can barely identify pictures of adult Jesus, much less his role in life.
Hopefully if we keep telling her that she can't open presents until "Christmas" she will get excited enough to enjoy it when it comes.
What else should I teach her about Christmas?
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Eggnog: "I'd like to get a little drunk, but I'd also like some pancakes."
I told Lincoln we put up the tree to celebrate Jesus' birthday since he had been so into singing happy birthday to everyone. Maybe this year they can focus more on the presents then stealing each others bottles :)
We even hung up our tree. So that can be used to confuse her more.
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