A Bed for Baby Jesus

This is one of my favorite advent activities that we do as a family. We prepare a bed for the baby Jesus using baskets, blankets and other things around the house. We talk about the fact that Christmas is about anticipating the arrival of Jesus and His return one day! We place the bed we prepare in front of the Christmas tree so we are reminded throughout this season which can be filled with lots of exciting distractions what the season is truly about. Ava Kate helped daddy find some blankets and a basket for the bed. She was so excited to talk about baby Jesus and kept asking if she could hold him. One of the sweetest moments was when she specifically selected her most special blanket which she usually sleeps with for baby Jesus basket! I love creating traditions with our children but even more love watching them learn about the One who it is all about!