We've really tried to watch our consumption of toys and stuff, and have been doing considerable purging of late. Even this Christmas has been lighter from a "stuff" perspective. We still got the kids three gifts each, but they were smaller, like small Lego sets and photo books of our day at Disney World. It was a relief to have October arrive and not have to sweating Christmas gifts for my kids - or where to put them.
But what about from Santa?
We realize this may be the last year both my children "believe," and we don't want to diminish the joy of stockings on Christmas morning. But again, we didn't want to fill our kids up with candy or lots of trinky toys.
Our solution: Simple. Santa got each child a book for their stocking and a small item to quietly play with Christmas morning (my daughter is getting washi tape; my son a mini Lego set that was free with purpose.) But the "Santa gift" will be the best surprise of all. We found a Living Social deal for a trip to an indoor water park to knock off the winter blahs.
We're excited that this year Mr. Claus is giving the gift of experience. Hopefully it will be lighter on his sleigh, too.
Looking for experiential gifts? Here are some ideas:
Family Experiences
- trip to a museum
- trip to the zoo
- an afternoon movie
- tickets to a children’s show at a local theatre or the movies
- ice skating
- rollerskating
- tobaggoning
- going to a minor league baseball game
- train ride
- trip to the beach
- skiing
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