How Do You Celebrate A Swedish Christmas?
Christmas in Sweden is a special time of year. Although the weather is cold and gloomy, people enjoy the holiday season and remain in good cheer. Remember Lucia on December 13. She was an Italian saint who was killed for her religious beliefs. Attend a procession called “Lussetåg,” which is led by someone dressed as Lucia. Known as the Queen of Light, she wears a white dress with a red sash and a crown of candles on her head. Begin your celebrations with the start of Advent, four Sundays before Christmas. Light one candle every week to mark the coming of the holiday. Watch television and listen to the radio to find out the theme of this year’s Advent calendar. Have your children use the calendar to count down to Christmas. Cut or buy a Christmas tree. Some families wait until just a few days before Christmas to decorate it. Decorate your home with evergreens and with Christmas flowers such as poinsettia, tulips and hyacinth. Plan your big celebration for the day of Christmas Eve. Prepa
