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What are your favorite Christmas traditions?

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I know its a little early (Thanksgiving hasn't even arrived yet) but Im already too excited and preparing for Christmas!! What are your favorite Greek Christmas traditions?? :)
 
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acamp7 said:
I know its a little early (Thanksgiving hasn't even arrived yet) but Im already too excited and preparing for Christmas!! What are your favorite Greek Christmas traditions?? :)
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I also love singing Kalenda, and I love gathering with friends and family to share yummy holiday meals and desserts. :) How about you guys?
 
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