What is your most cherished family tradition?

My husband, three daughters, son-in-law, and I each select one of our names and then make or buy a Christmas-tree ornament for that person. On Christmas Eve or morning, as these little gifts are opened and placed on the tree one by one, the giver describes why the particular ornament was chosen for the recipient. Some are clever or humorous, others endearing. We are sharing memories of what makes us the Storm family, and our tree is a beautiful reminder each year.

This tip comes from Real Simple reader Patty Storm, Madison, Wisconsin