"Family, community, socialising and connections are at the heart of many people's festive celebrations, which aim to create joyful memories to carry on to the next generation"
"For some people Christmas would not be complete without a set of seasonal PJs, for others midnight mass or a family viewing of Home Alone is obligatory; some use the night before Christmas to open one present, while others wait until after a chocolatey breakfast to see what Santa has brought."
"Family traditions are the stuff of memories, with many people either carrying on the same activities they enjoyed as children or beginning a whole new set of traditions with the next generation."
Family, community, socialising and connections form the core of many festive celebrations. People use gatherings to create joyful memories intended to be passed to future generations. Traditions vary widely, from wearing seasonal pajamas to attending midnight mass or watching traditional films like Home Alone together. Rituals around gift timing also differ, with some opening one present on Christmas Eve and others waiting until after a special breakfast. Many individuals maintain childhood activities, while others initiate new practices with children. These shared customs strengthen interpersonal bonds, reinforce cultural continuity, and provide memorable experiences that unite generations each festive season.
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