we whip up a batch of Grandma Maguire’s French cookies. The mishaps throughout the years make the tradition even better. I thought it would be fun to find out what some other bloggers needed to get in the Christmas spirit. Let’s go through the gates and get ready to enjoy this week’s Carnival of Red Hot Bloggers. Ooooh, funnel cakes. Sorry, I just got distracted for a second.

First, lets visit Gayla from Mom Gadget. She doesn’t mess around. For her, Christmas starts the day after Thanksgiving.

Angela at Angela’s Right to Free Speech doesn’t get that Christmas feeling until everything around her is decorated and the snow starts coming down.

Char at Casual Keystrokes needs to hear the tinkle of shattering ornaments before she gets in the Christmas spirit.

Would you mind holding my cotton candy for a minute? I’m determined to win one of those big stuffed toys and I can’t play with my hands full. Lost again! Why don’t we look at this next booth while they’re resetting the game?

Kris from Daily Experiences of a Young Dad says that when the Martians can see his house, he feels like it is Christmas.

Eliza Jane from I’m Not Just a Mom feels the Christmas season starts when she hears Christmas songs everywhere she goes. She also talks about a wonderful Christmas tradition that her family has that makes it feel like Christmas on Holiday Blogger.
Delphine from L.I.F.E. Salad says that for her, Christmas begins when the tree goes up.

I hate to leave a carnival. There’s always so much fun and excitement. So, before we say goodbye, let’s take a moment to duck in that little tent off to the side. Is it…It is! Don West has discovered an Illusive Hoary Marmot. Ok, it has nothing to do with Christmas, but the little guy is just so cute.

If you have a moment where Christmas begins for you, its not too late to join in. Feel free to add your tradition.