Christmas in Scotland

One of my favorite family traditions is celebrating a different country each year. We learn about the country and their Christmas celebrations. This year we chose Scotland. Scotland's Christmas history included fire festivals (we lit a mini fire outside and Mom and Dad Jensen's house), sang some Scottish songs - Anthony's Dad remembered a Scottish song . . . about putting the fire out . . . humm I can't remember how it went - but we tried to sing it in a round. We roasted marshmallows and Alli and Carter enjoyed getting really messy as they ate. Carrie found some plaid fabric and we made some kilts for the guys. We also made little peanut butter/pinecone bird feaders and little holly leaves where the fairies are said to live. We also had a visit from the Scottish visitor 'Odin' or Woden . . . I can't remember his name. But he, in times past, was like their Santa Clause - coming and giving blessins and gifts. We ended the day with a Feast of St. Stephen. We made some delicious stew!