This week we’ve asked Rhonda Peterson from Rhonda Peterson and Associates to talk all about traditions. Let’s get to chatting!
Q: Think back to your childhood, what was one family tradition that you enjoyed the most? Why? If you have one that you’d best forget or dreaded, we’d love to hear that too!
A: When I was growing up, my mom, grandmother, and I would drive to Jefferson Square shopping center to shop for Christmas gifts. Doesn’t sound like much, huh? However, we would do this on Saturday evenings in December, just so we could experience the chilly air, bright Christmas lights, and the energy of living in a community where everyone seemed to be better people; happier people because of the season.
A: Yes, we’ve maintained quite a few of the traditions from my childhood. The kids still play a significant role in decorating the house. We still indulge in watching classic Christmas movies and enjoy baking (if for no other reason than to make the house smell good with the scent of apple, cinnamon, and spice in the air).
A: I can’t recall anything that I do just for myself. This is the time of year when I’m overwhelmed by how blessed I am to have my family, so most of what I engage in is to make the season special for them.
A: There was one year we went to a Christmas tree farm to cut down our own tree. No one enjoyed that! We have instead made a tradition of going out and finding things like pine cones, acorns, and branches that we can use as decoration inside.
Thank you for your inspiration and insight. Let’s chat again soon.
