Practical but Low Cost Christmas Stocking Stuffers:

2025’s Quintessential List

 

Surprisingly, even with an uncertain economy and prices of necessities on the rise, consumers are increasing their Christmas budgets by 8% over 2023, coming in approximately at $972 as reported by Retail Insider and $904 according to the Retail Council respectively.

By adjusting their shopping practices, they are ways to get more bang for their buck. Giving a peek into how Atlantic Canadians are optimizing their spending, they are mindful of where every dollar goes by doing things like juxtaposing Black Friday sales with 32% opting for online shopping and 62% choosing to leave their money at brick and mortar stores.

As consumers are expected to spend more this holiday season as PwC Canada found a 13% rise over 2023 totals but divided their polling differently. Broken down three ways, they found $779 allotted to gifts, $829 for travel and $245 for entertainment.

Across the board, shoppers plan to choose practical gifts even when it comes to stocking stuffers.

Stuffed stockings were first mentioned in the poem ‘A Visit from St. Nicholas’ in 1823 by Clement Clarke Moor of which an excerpt reads:

“And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk, and laying his finger aside of his nose, and giving a nod, up the chimney he rose.”

        For those who celebrate Christmas, that poem, now available across scores of mediums demonstrates a custom that has been practiced throughout decades.

        Mr. C.F. Cecil, a columnist for Farm Forum said, referring to the 1930s, “Our stockings were real stockings, darned many times to plug the toe and hole leaks. Getting an orange was a BIG DEAL. Then, National Tea store had oranges at 29 cents a dozen. Compared to gas that sold for a dime a gallon, oranges came in at the same price of about 3 gallons of gas! It was a gratefully accepted gift for its bright colour and citrusy taste. Added to the cornucopia might be a shiny new penny, a new pair of socks and perhaps a little notebook and a lead elevator pencil.”

        Now that you are primed with some history of the humble Christmas stocking, here are some stuffers that will be most appreciated in 2025. Many fall under the categories of ‘Things I never knew I needed’, ‘Stuff that always needs replacing’ and ‘Oh, cool’.

 

·         Hand warmers

·         Reusable insulated shopping bag

·         Beanie hat

·         Cell phone cleansing pads

·         Meat thermometer

·         Car fresheners

·         Costume jewelry

·         Mini sewing kit

·         Stainless steel ice cubes

·         Individual hand wipes

·         Lip balm

·         Stress handballs

·         Toiletries such as: Body wash, shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, disposable razors, makeup sponges, lotion and face cream

·         Reusable drink container/travel mug

·         Milk frother wand

·         Gift cards (gas, groceries, Amazon, online gaming)

·         Touch screen winter gloves

·         Multi-tool and/or credit card multi-tool

·         Hair brush/Comb

·         Car safety hammer (window breaker with seatbelt cutter)

 

Of course, being practical doesn’t mean you can’t have fun so add a couple items that don’t fall under the ‘need’ category. Here are a few ideas that may get the giggles going.

 

·         A funny mini-book (If you remove the ‘sensor’ or similar parameter on a shopping site, you can find some good ‘adult’ choices)

·         There are a plethora of comical magnets to choose from and some shops on Etsy make custom orders. Some best sellers include: You just can’t fix stupid, Complaints to the cook can be hazardous to your health, Around here the dog is in charge, Go ahead – eat the last of the chocolate ice cream – I dare you, Raising kids is like being pecked to death by a chicken

·         Yoyo and a list of instructional YouTube videos

·         Brain teasers

·         Funny pair of socks

·         It’s back! Slinky!

·         Rubik’s Cube

 

As for opening the stockings, you may choose to do it on Christmas

Eve or Day but you could also fill each sock with 12 gifts and have the recipient open one gift a day leading up to Christmas. It’s the ‘Advent Sock’! When you think your stocking is empty, remember to reach all the way to the bottom where something might be hiding!

If you are exchanging names such as when you have a large family or

group of co-workers, be sure to set a reasonable dollar limit so you will not burden anyone’s budget.

        When it comes to families, it is mostly siblings that swap names so they only have one stocking to fill. This year, go even easier on your Christmas spending by making the stocking the present and decide not to purchase additional gifts.

        With co-workers, indeed even with everyone, knowing them well, you should avoid items that could prove to be embarrassing.

Most of the time, you do not realize that something everyone else finds funny might be hurtful. I remember a time when some colleagues found out that another workmate never got a stocking as a child. Thinking they would make him happy, they made him a very nice stocking that included a bobble-head of his favourite hockey player.

We gathered for the last couple of hours of our working day in the office lunch room for some delicious catered food and to exchange our gifts as each co-worker bought for one other after drawing names. To start the festivities, they excitedly presented the stocking and told him it was a small token since he never had one as a child. He looked at the stocking turned his head and quietly left the office. After a somber office party overshadowed by a gift gone horribly wrong, when he didn’t come back the stocking was left on his desk. We didn’t learn for a couple of weeks that one of our colleagues saw it in his garbage can.

Remember this story as a cautionary definition of how a well-intended gift can have grievous consequences.

Across several demographics, shoppers indicate their intent to purchase higher quality gifts that have more longevity while some will be seeking out second hand offerings that have plenty of use left in them.

Canadians are evenly divided between financing their purchases and dipping into their savings.

        But what does this mean for the lowly Christmas stocking? Since it began in 1823, at least by way of a poem, I think it is safe to say that this timeless tradition has definite staying-power.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

More Practical and Less Fluff:

Ideas for Christmas gifts 2025

        Practicality is the buzz word when choosing Christmas gifts this year. Faced with less discretionary spending and rising prices, shoppers should be focusing on what is needed rather than a present that would be described by some as a ‘dust-collector’ is in vogue.

        Brent Kinney, a financial planner from Saint John, NB, suggests a couple of things to do before you even get started. He says, “Be realistic about your Christmas budget and divide your spending into a few categories such as food, gifts, etc., in order to keep track of where your money is going.” In regards to purchasing gifts, Kinney advises, “Try to use only cash and don’t rely on credit cards. You want to avoid a situation where the bills start coming in after Christmas and you realize you will be paying for your purchases until 2027!”

        Some of these suggestions will surely find their way into your shopping cart for Christmas, 2026:

·         Though people usually have supplies such as bandages on hand, a first aid kit provides the materials needed in many emergencies. Kept at home, in the car or when pursuing outdoor activities, a first aid kit is an often overlooked necessity.

·         Hand and foot warmers add comfort when spending time outdoors or in an ice rink.

·         A wet/dry vacuum will come in handy for both house and car messes.

·         With many plastics going the way of the dodo bird, reusable bags of all sizes are great for groceries, refrigerator and freezer foods and in lunch bags.

·         Whether for a female or a male, if you know their skincare routine, giving them some component such as face cream for women or beard oil for men are great options.

·         For Apple users, Air Tags can be placed on anything that users frequently misplace such as their Smartphone, glasses and keys. Air Tags save time by instantly being able to locate items no matter where they were left.

·         A vehicle emergency kit is the ultimate ‘better to have and not need rather than to need and not have’. There are several different kits available which typically include battery cables, an emergency blanket, red flashing light, a tow rope and a fire extinguisher.

·         Weighted blankets are on trend with proven scientific results. Steven Carleton (CACIII, LCSW) an executive clinical director at Gallus Detox, in regards to weighted blankets offers, “This pressure puts the autonomous nervous system in a state of relaxation, helping to reduce stress and anxiety.”

·         Kids that are in the toy and building stages will love the Clixo Rainbow 42 Piece Pack. Getting youngsters away from a screen and using their imagination is a welcome gift. Designed by Clixo, this product builds 2D and 3D creations with durable and flexible material, secure magnets, are educational and fun as well as being travel friendly.

·         An insulated water bottle keeps beverages hot or cold and can be taken anywhere.

·         Air Fryers are a favourite for roasting and baking foods with the fan on top ensuring even cooking results. Requiring little to no oil, quickly heating up and fast cooking make them healthier and more convenient than a conventional deep fryer.

·         Solar or battery chargers for Smartphones - when the power goes out, it is a way to charge their phones. This keeps people connected to the outside world which adds security when the lights go out.

·         Soft slippers that come that come in carry pouch are portable, easily fitting into a purse or pocket. Keeps feet snug and warm while visiting or flying.

·         Add fun with your family or guests with a game called ‘Words are Hard’. Played even with younger aged children, this game has a simple concept – flip over a card with a picture and the first one who says a word that starts with the same letter of the photo on the card wins. If a ‘hospital’ picture is depicted then you can win by being the first person to say ‘house’ and slapping the card.

·         Cathy Bittman of Leduc, Alberta, says, “My sister often does a hamper box for my daughter and her family. Over the years there has been everything from a turkey and ham to toilet paper and toothbrushes. Almost anything you can think of that is needed on a regular basis.”

People on your list will appreciate any present that can ease their financial burden into 2026.

Kinney reminds shoppers to, “Plan ahead and keep an eye on the flyers, weekly specials, Internet savings and deal-finder Apps on your phone.” He further advises, “Once this Christmas is in the books, you can make a financial plan for 2026. This way you can save a little extra every month which will ease the budget crunch when Christmas rolls around again.”

While gift cards may seem impersonal they still fall under the old adage ‘it’s the thought that counts’. A tank of gas will surely trump a candle that adds fragrance to a room. Perhaps consider giving the gift card with a small gift such as body wash or adding an item to what the recipient collects.

Giving the donation of your time by way of a certificate for free babysitting, house cleaning, mowing the lawn and clearing away snow will help ease the financial strife and stress felt by so many families muddling through this uncertain economy.

Tanis Easton of Brampton, ON, says, “Reminiscing, listening and sharing stories is worth more than any physical gift can buy.”

Remember it is not about what’s under the tree but rather who is around it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keeping Your Kids Busy on Christmas Eve:

We got you covered

 

 

        For many kids of all ages, and their parents, those countdown hours until bedtime before the magic of Christmas morning can feel like they last forever. If children do not have activities to help pass the time, they will expel all of their energy on Christmas Eve and wake up cranky, overtired and excited. That combination can leave parents exhausted.

        With a well-planned evening, families can spend Christmas Eve making merry memories followed by a restful sleep during which Santa makes his annual stop to deliver presents.

        December 24^th, 2025 is on the horizon but you still have time to find ways to keep the younger ones occupied.

·         Make homemade decorations and put them right on the tree. This choice fits easily into your budget as dollar stores have ample craft supplies at low prices.

·         Have a competition you can do every year by following the German tradition of finding the pickle ornament on the tree where the winner gets a prize. Pickle ornaments are easy to find in stores and they can sometimes be hard to see even when hanging in plain sight, camouflaged by the other ornaments. Whoever spies the pickle first gets a special prize.

·         Take a drive or walk to look at the neighbourhood lights and decorations. Alexa Brown, of Dartmouth, N.S., a mom with a six and a four year old to keep entertained until bedtime is changing it up this Christmas Eve. She says, “Last year, I had two kids bouncing all over the house, clearly drawing on one another’s energy and I was ready for bed hours before they were. This year, their nanna and grampie are coming for dinner – pizza! After eating, we will all head outside. If there is snow, we’ll head to a nearby hill that is great for sliding or we will just go for a walk around where we live. I hope the fresh air gets them tired and it will be great to have my parents there to help put Santa presents together!” You may get really lucky and have the packy snow needed for building snow people. Making a family of them will tire everyone out!

·         Buy a gingerbread house that your family can help assemble. Remember to check the package to make sure the house is edible as some may not be and also confirm the best before date.

·         Host a casual pot-luck dinner if you have family and/or friends who would like to come. Use paper plates and cups for a quicker clean-up. Before company arrives, kids can spend time making everyone a placemat using 8 ½ X 11 paper.

·         Singing Karaoke is a fun way to put everyone in the Christmas spirit. With a lot of dancing going on, this activity can expend a lot of energy, making the whole family looking forward to bedtime.

·         Made cookie dough ahead of December 24^th and thaw it out in time to make either in the afternoon or evening. Picking a drop cookie recipe is the least labor intensive and everyone can join in.

·         Have each child create a Christmas Eve picture using markers, pencil crayons and stickers that you can laminate for a lasting memory. Don’t forget to add the name of the child who made the original art and the date.

·         As a family, make a fun video you can send to people who will not be there in person to celebrate Christmas with you.

·         Kids of all ages will get excited when you go to the NORAD tracks Santa website. Since 1955, NORAD, the North American Airspace Defense Command, has been tracking Santa as he makes his way around the world. Most kids are taught that Santa does not come until they are asleep and with the bearded one getting close, they will be anxious to get into bed!

·         Kaz Derbyshire of the3AMdiary suggests going to the local zoo before it gets dark. She says, “When we visited the zoo on Christmas Eve day, it was really festive.” This is one activity that is easily overlooked. Check online to see if they have family passes which are cheaper than individual fees and zoos usually drop their prices in the off-season. You have the advantage of seeing more of the animals this time of year when they are not laying in the shade, sheltering themselves from the hot summer sun.

·         Pick a fun movie that can be enjoyed by everyone and let them choose their snacks ahead of time – even those that are usually not allowed. You can find a list of the best Christmas movies of all time here. Getting to have treats that are normally banned is part of the magic of Christmas.

·         Let your children open a present on Christmas Eve and make it something that will keep them occupied such as fun board games, stickers to add to a book or a selection from the ‘Look and Find’ or ‘I Spy’ books that are age appropriate.

·         Wear matching pajamas and get everyone to add different accessories such as hats, glasses and scarves for a fun Christmas photo shoot but matching pj’s are not a necessity. Make it a priority not to spend time behind the lens. A better idea is to set up your Smartphone to take a video across a large swath of the room. Later, you can easily create photographs from the videography.

Planning the choices to keep everyone engaged is the secret to a joyful

but relaxing Christmas Eve. Remember, though, that even the best laid plans can go off the rails for any number of reasons. It is important to expect that this may happen and just ride the wave instead of getting upset if things get off-track.

        Make your list of activities for Christmas Eve, gather the supplies needed to make it happen and revel in those hours making memories together.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

December is Here! Have Some Fun!

 

            As darkness sets in earlier in the evening and winter weather brings some gloomy days, doing activities together can make the lead-up to the holidays brighter.

            Whether you have a family with younger or older children, are a  couple without kids or a senior duo, these budget friendly suggestions can add some cheer this December, giving you a variety of ways to spend time with your family.

·         Build a gingerbread house. Many stores carry reasonably priced kits with pre-cut pieces ready to put together then add the embellishments to make a colouful (and delicious) display.

·         Purchase an assortment of supplies such as buttons, beads and other accessories at the dollar store along with wooden picture frames that have a wide margin. Each person can glue craft pieces around their frames to make a one-of-a-kind creation. These make super Christmas gifts or find a special place to display them in your home.

·         Volunteering is something that can be done year round but it is especially important during the holiday season when more bodies are needed. Contact your local volunteer association to find out where help is needed most.

·         Gather any board games you have (or, perhaps, borrow some from the library) and plan a family or couples, game night with no electronics such as phones or tablets allowed. You may want to add extra treats for this family night of fun such as cookies or candies. It can be extra special if the snacks are not usually allowed, making them an exciting addition.

·         After dark and closer to Christmas, drive around your local area and enjoy the outside lights and decorations.

·         If there is a good snow base, dust off your toboggan and slippery sliders and find a safe hill for sledding. Slippery sliders are usually available at dollars stores at a reasonable price. Bring along some hot chocolate in a thermos and cookies to share when you need a break. If you happen to have a trailer hitch on your vehicle and can park backed up to the sliding hill, you can attach a rope for people to hold onto, making the haul back up the hill less arduous.

·         Gather together in the kitchen and get out the baking supplies. There are plenty of easy cookie recipes to be found on the Internet. Let everyone help in the process of baking cookies base on their ability level. Decorate the cookies to eat yourselves or give as gifts in a paper bag fastened with a fun sticker or decorated by the kids.

·         Seniors can call local service clubs to find events geared toward their generation. You will be sure find special concerts, bingos, craft classes, afternoon teas and ways to spend a fun time making new friends.

·         Check local arenas for public ice time family skates which are either free or reasonably priced. If you need skates, someone at the rink or your community’s recreation department should be able to tell you where you can get the best second-hand selection and deals.

·         Gather funny accessories from around your house and use them to take silly family photos. Make a collage of the printed pictures to display in your home or as a unique Christmas gift.

·         Contact your local library or look online for a list of holiday themed events. Note that many of these may be free or charge a nominal fee but pre-registration is often required.

·         Two words. Christmas parade!

·         Go to a matinee movie at your local theatre. Matinee ticket prices are generally cheaper than the evening showings. You may also want to check online for special plays being put on by schools that your whole family can enjoy.

·         Make your own Christmas tree ornaments. Purchase plain wooden cut-outs from the dollar store along with paints and brushes to decorate them. Make old fashioned chains from strips of colourful construction paper. String cranberries or popcorn together using a tough thread. You can also alternate a cranberry and then a piece of popcorn. Paper snowflakes are also fun and there are easy to print designs that can be found online or simply come up with your own.

·         Call nursing homes to see if you can visit with the residents. If it is okay, ask the staff for names of residents who get few or even no visitors. Besides chatting, you can offer to read to them or play a game of cards (Crib is a favourite to learn how to play before you go!). Seniors will also appreciate a homemade craft or a simple coloured picture to hang in their room.

·         Parents – create a candy cane scavenger hunt for younger kids. Hide candy canes then watch your kids have fun looking for them. You could even hide a few special treats or small gifts.

·         Clean out your closets, drawers and toy boxes. Donate things you no longer need, such as clothes, blankets, towels, books and toys to a local homeless shelter.

·         For couples, go to a wine tasting that includes each of you making an original paining that you can display as a pair in your home. This activity is become more popular so check online for an event near you.

·         If you have younger children, make the tree substitute for a bon fire and the stars while camping in your living or family room. Gather around the tree with sleeping bags, snacks and books. Take turns reading and telling or making-up funny stories then ‘camp out’ by the tree overnight sleeping under the glow of a starlit night – the lights on your Christmas tree.

·         Write a letter to a member of our Canada Armed Forces. Send your card or letter to: Any Canadian Armed Forces Member, P O Box 5004 Stn. Forces, Belleville, Ontario, K8N 5W6. Submissions can be sent year round and members love getting unexpected mail.

·         Barbeque some hotdogs! Food cooked on the BBQ out of season tastes awesome – even the lowly hotdog!

It would be fun to start by making a list of the activities you want to do then

scheduling them on your family calendar so everyone knows what to look forward to and when it will happen.

      As December fades and January brings in 2026, there are still plenty of non-holiday related fun you can have making memories together.

 

 

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SAMPLE SANTA LETTER REPLY:

 

Dear Kristina,

 

Thank you for writing.

 

I just read your letter to the elves and they were happy to hear from you!

 

Turtle, your special elf, has been busy making you some special surprises for Christmas morning!

 

Your baby brother, Alexander, will also have some presents under the tree. His elf’s name is Bunny!

 

All of the reindeer are eating lots of vegetables, including carrots, so they can be strong for their long journey on Christmas Eve.

 

Mrs. Claus makes sure I eat my vegetables but I do like a treat once in a while. Perhaps I can find some treats to leave under your Christmas tree!

 

Mommy and Daddy are proud of how well you do in school and how hard you try to be a good girl.

 

I am sure you will enjoy the holidays with your family and friends.

 

Have lots of fun and remember to go to sleep early on Christmas Eve before we visit!

 

I have included two special ornaments in this envelope – one for you and one for Alexander.

 

Warm Christmas wishes for you and your loved ones, Christina.

 

Love from,

 

Santa Claus

 

More Than A Pie or Jack-O-Lantern:

Let’s Talk Pumpkins

       

        Whether it’s before, during or after Halloween, pumpkins are versatile and have many different uses.

        While it will always be traditional to bake a pumpkin pie and carve out a pumpkin in order to place a candle inside to light up the spooky Jack-O-lantern, the lowly pumpkin has too many uses to stop there.

        Here are suggestions to make your holiday more ‘pumpkiny’.

If your kids or even people in nursing or special care homes want to stick with having Jack-O-Lanterns, cut down on the mess and possibility of injury by getting creative. Let them draw the faces on the pumpkins or use white glue or even tacks to decorate the faces with the shapes, sizes and colours your provide. If you still want to carve a face, use battery powered candles instead of real ones.

·         Mix the pumpkins with gourds and fall foliage to make a table center piece or to decorate a hall table runner. You may choose a larger pumpkin for the centerpiece surrounded by various gourds intermixed with fall branches or foliage tied together with a fall themed ribbon. Fill and add a bowl full of apples on each side of the pumpkin and your theme will pop even more with colour.

·         Add a flare of fall to your place settings. Whether it is for a private dinner party or a wedding, small pumpkins with the addition of a name printed right on the pumpkin, or with a toothpick stuck into the pumpkin with the name attached to the toothpick, they add a touch of fall to the table.

·         Get two or three small pumpkins and gourds (depending on how many kids you have). On a nature walk pick up things such as fallen leaves, tree bark, pine cones, thin sticks and maybe even pick up some corn husks. Purchase several different fall colour themed paints. Put plastic or a sheet over your table to protect it. Cut the pumpkins and gourds into various pieces of variable sizes. Put the paint in shallow dishes. Give the kids a blank canvas and let them each create a fall scene by dipping the items in different paints to make designs and using the twigs to paint with. You can proudly display their creations in a grouping on a wall. Have them ‘sign’ their paintings with a hand print and be sure to write the date on the back.

·         If you are hosting a Halloween party, use a pumpkin or two to hold the ice. Remove the insides of the pumpkin, add a plastic bag and store your ice – complete with a cover!

·         Draw black eyes on a pumpkin and cover it with a white sheet with the holes cut out for the eyes and you have a ‘ghost pumpkin’ decoration.

·         Use strips of old rags with some glue to hold them in place, again cutting out the black eye holes and you have a ‘mummy pumpkin’ decoration.

·         Looking for a kids Halloween Party game? Try pumpkin bowling. Paint 5-10 2 Litre plastic soda or water bottles white, drawing two eyes and an oval elongated mouth on the face. (Tip – Save time and fill them with white stuffing or cotton balls). Try to find smaller pumpkins that are uniform in size to use as bowling balls. Fetch some score cards and let the games begin!

 Heather Stone of Sackville, N.B., went to a fall festival years ago where participants carved the pulp out of giant pumpkins. In their individual pumpkins, they had a race on the water in the vessels that actually floated.

A preschool teacher from Saint John, N.B., Karisma Page, sometimes hollows out a pumpkin and uses it to make a Halloween themed volcano for her students.

After Halloween

When the spooky time is over, give your pumpkin a continued use with some of these ideas:

Think bird feeders! Cut off the top part of the pumpkin to make it shallower for the birds to easily reach inside. Add their favourite birdseed and treat them to some pumpkin seeds too.

·         Use pumpkins as fall planters for your fall flowers, including colourful mums, to decorate your doorstep or porch.

·         Trim down your existing centerpiece to fall foliage with the empty pumpkin as the vase. (Tip – Place a cutting board or other protection under the pumpkin vase to avoid moisture damage to your table)

        Take a walk in the woods and leave your leftover pumpkins for the wildlife to enjoy.

·         If no longer using it, remember to add your pumpkin to the compost bin instead of sending it to the landfill.

·         Your local zoo may appreciate a donation of left over pumpkins as a treat for their animal residents.

·         Save some of the unroasted seeds and store them in a cool, dry place over the winter. In the spring, start growing your own pumpkins!

Don’t forget your pets 

Posted on the site ‘Bella and Duke’, Jude McCoy reminds us that pumpkins and their seeds are healthy nutritional supplements for our dogs and cats. 

·       Roasted pumpkin seeds are good for your dogs and cats too!

·       Slice the seeds into manageable bite size pieces that fit your pet after being roasted.

·       Seeds can also be ground into a powder and served over their food as a special nutritional bonus.

·       Remember to chop up the pumpkin pulp into bite size pieces as it can be difficult to swallow due to its stringy nature.

·       Pumpkin insides and seeds are a great source of zinc, fiber, among others.

·       You can also simmer the raw pumpkin pulp on the stove. It will boil down so you may need to add water during this process. When the pulp is well combined and boiled down to about half, it can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks.

·      Pumpkin pulp is also a natural remedy for occasional loose stools.

Tradition is okay too

Even if you decide to go with the classic custom of picking out pumpkins with your family and then carving them together, that is certainly okay too.

All the time spent away from a screen in order to spend family time together can only strengthen the bonds between you and make lasting memories.