December is here, and with it comes the magic of Advent Calendars! In our home, we love marking the days with an Activity Advent—a cherished tradition that helps us slow down, savor the season, and create a little celebration every day. You can check out some of our favorite activities here.

This year, we couldn’t resist adding two more Advent Countdowns (yes, we may have gone a bit overboard—but it’s the holidays!).

First, we discovered a puzzle Advent calendar. Each day, we complete a small section of a 1008-piece Christmas scene, finishing the month with a beautiful masterpiece. With 42 pieces a day, it’s been a relaxing and festive way to spend time together. Though we turned it into a completion of who can assemble it the fastest…

Our second addition is a decadent Norman Love Advent Calendar, featuring their delicious chocolates. There’s nothing quite like unwrapping a piece of gourmet chocolate each day—it’s pure holiday indulgence!

Of course, our Activity Advent continues to bring the fun. From belting out Christmas carols and stealing kisses under the mistletoe to sipping from Christmas mugs and competing to see who could make a candy cane last the longest (Nathan claimed victory this year!), these simple moments make the season so special.

I hope you’re finding ways to enjoy the holidays every day, too! What are your favorite festive traditions or Advent activities? I’d love to hear about them—share in the comments below!