Since I was a little girl, it has been tradition in our family to have the kids dress up and act out the Nativity while Dad read it from the Bible. As we've all grown up and had our own kids, we've tried to keep that tradition going with whatever grand kids are present Christmas Eve, but it's always been a little thrown together and, well...half-hearted from participants and spectators.
This year we finally figured it out--put someone in charge--ahead of time. Genius.
The older cousins, Julianne and Sally, were put in charge. Assignments were made and everyone came prepared with costumes. That seemingly small effort made a huge difference.
Miriam and Eliza were shepherds.
The angel (cousin Lydia) appearing to the shepherds.
The whole crew. Everyone did great. I was super impressed with how well my 2-year old Eliza did. No forcing or coercing needed. She played her part.
And of course it wouldn't be complete without singing Christmas songs (we missed you Sara!)
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