Recycling a good story is a good thing, right? Well, I think so, and this story from Christmas Past is worth repeating. The theme remains, with some new twists, if you are adventurous – why mess with perfection? This challenge begins on Christmas Day. Yes, the twelve days begin on Christmas Day (when Christ was born) and end on the Epiphany in the Christmas tradition (when the Magi visited the newborn Jesus). Try to keep up!
On the First Day of Christmas, go outside and hug a tree (or climb it if you dare – have 911 ready on speed dial)
On the Second Day of Christmas, find two mourning doves (any dove will do)
On the Third Day of Christmas, look up the French name for hen (or the language of your choice)
On the Fourth Day of Christmas, stop and listen for calling birds (four different kinds, please)
On the Fifth Day of Christmas, collect Fiveeeeeeeeee Gol-dennn Leavesssssss
On the Sixth Day of Christmas, find children playing – outside!!! (grands are the best)
On the Seventh Day of Christmas, find a bird that’s swimming (or walking along the bank)
On the Eighth Day of Christmas, find eight kinds of plants in a minute (OK, this year you get 60 seconds)
On the Ninth Day of Christmas, watch a squirrel that’s prancing (or join in)
On the Tenth Day of Christmas, find a log and leap it (sitting on the log is acceptable)
On the Eleventh Day of Christmas, whistle while walking in the woods (loudly)
On the Twelfth Day of Christmas, eat 12 homemade cookies (Keeping this one – it’s a perfect end)
OK, get ready, set, GO! Oh, and please don’t try and sing this: your tongue will get twisted! Apologies to composer Frederic Austin.
Extra Credit for taking someone along with you, especially a child.
Joyeux Noël et Bonne Année Mes Amis
