The countdown is on!  Christmas is officially in 24 days from today.  Have you put up your tree and stockings?  And lights?  I finally got all of my decorations up and they make me so happy!  I just love driving through the neighborhood and looking at all the lights on houses.  Another fun way to prepare for and get in the Christmas spirit is with an Advent calendar.  These calendars are a fun and simple family activity to count down the days until Christmas.  They are interactive, and some even come with “treats” already inside.  How cool is that?  I promise this will be an activity that you and your family look forward to doing every day.  The following are my favorites – fill them with anything your heart desires – dog treats, kid treats, fruit, beauty products, wine 🙂  Enjoy!