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Christmas Photo/Journal Challenge

The Christmas Photo/Journal Challenge is a fun and creative way to document your holiday season. Capture special moments and memories through photographs and journal entries with this exciting challenge. Get inspired and make your Christmas season memorable.


Christmas Photo/Journal Challenge


Write a journal entry for each photo that you take.
It can be short and simple.
Describe the way this particular photo made you feel. 
Write about a memory, a special meaning, or something it reminded you of.

Here are some ideas for your Christmas photo/journal challenge:

  1. Christmas Lights: Take a photo of the beautiful Christmas lights in your neighborhood or home. Share what you love about them and how they make you feel.
  2. Your Favorite Ornament: Capture a photo of your favorite ornament on the tree. Share why it’s special to you and what memories it brings back.
  3. Christmas Tree: Take a photo of your Christmas tree, decorated or not. Share what you love about it and how it makes you feel.
  4. A Christmas Scene in Town: Take a photo of a festive scene in your town, such as a decorated storefront or a holiday parade. Share what you love about it and how it makes you feel.
  5. Something Baked: Take a photo of something you baked for the holidays, such as cookies or a pie. Share the recipe and why it’s special to you.
  6. A Cozy Spot: Take a photo of your favorite cozy spot in your home, such as a reading nook or by the fireplace. Share why it’s special to you and how it makes you feel.
  7. A Christmas Craft: Take a photo of a Christmas craft that you made, such as an ornament or wreath. Share how you made it and why it’s special to you.
  8. Your Children Around the Tree: Take a photo of your children around the tree, opening presents or just enjoying the holiday spirit. Share what you love about this moment and how it makes you feel.
  9. Your Pets Around the Tree: Take a photo of your pets around the tree, enjoying the holiday spirit. Share what you love about this moment and how it makes you feel.
  10. Your Favorite Holiday Sweater: Take a photo of yourself wearing your favorite holiday sweater. Share why it’s special to you and how it makes you feel.
  11. Your Favorite Holiday Mug: Take a photo of your favorite holiday mug filled with hot cocoa or tea. Share why it’s special to you and how it makes you feel.
  12. A Warm Drink: Take a photo of your favorite warm drink, such as hot cocoa or tea. Share why it’s special to you and how it makes you feel.
  13. Your Favorite Christmas Book: Take a photo of your favorite Christmas book, whether it’s for children or adults. Share why it’s special to you and how it makes you feel.
  14. Holiday Art: Take a photo of holiday art that inspires you, whether it’s a painting or sculpture. Share what you love about it and how it makes you feel.
  15. Presents: Take a photo of presents under the tree, wrapped or unwrapped. Share what you love about this moment and how it makes you feel.
  16. Morning Frost: Take a photo of morning frost on trees or grass outside your window. Share what you love about this moment and how it makes you feel.
  17. Christmas Decorations: Take a photo of any other Christmas decorations that inspire joy in your heart, such as garlands, wreaths, stockings, etc.
  18. A Winter Hike: Take a photo of yourself on a winter hike, enjoying nature during the holidays.

Once completed, ask yourself what brought joy during this challenge? Was there anything that surprised or delighted you? Let me know in the comments below!

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  1. LuLu BDecember 8, 2020 at 7:57 AM

    What a lovely Christmas challenge. With many of us being limited with what we can do this year, this is a lovely way to make some holiday memories and get into the Christmas spirit - plus you can get the whole family involved. The great thing about a photo challenge is that anyone can do it, with cell phone cameras these days, it's easy to snap good quality pictures when inspiration strikes!

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    1. StephanieDecember 8, 2020 at 12:37 PM

      LuLu,

      aw thank you! I agree this challenge is definitely a great way to get into the Christmas spirit. I love that you can get the whole family involved as well. I think we could all use a challenge that brings joy, and a lot of cheer! Thank you for stopping by, and leaving such a lovely comment. :)

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  2. MelanieDecember 9, 2020 at 5:29 AM

    Oh wow what a fab and fun idea for sure. this is a great way to capture some fab festive memories x

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  3. LeneDecember 9, 2020 at 9:50 AM

    Love this! In a year when so much has been challenging, including finding the Christmas spirit, this is great way to remember special things from the past and create some new ones.

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  4. Kay | Blowing Bubbles With MamaDecember 10, 2020 at 2:04 AM

    I really love this idea! I really love the idea of writing how you feel. This would be so lovely to look back on! Thanks for a beautiful idea!

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  5. Lyosha VarezhkinaDecember 10, 2020 at 6:14 AM

    looks like a lovely challenge! and it's great to embrace your inner photographer or boost your creativity if you are an actual photographer

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  6. Britt K December 10, 2020 at 9:31 AM

    This is such a cute idea. I love that it encourages people to really embrace the holiday season and all the different things that they love about it. I know that many people are struggling this year, so something positive like this is really needed!

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    1. StephanieDecember 10, 2020 at 10:48 AM

      Thanks Britt!! I agree it sure does help to focus on things that are positive!

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  7. Erica Webster-RussellDecember 11, 2020 at 6:15 AM

    This is such a neat idea! For me, it would really force me to slow down and enjoy the simple things. Which is something I don't do nearly enough, and I'm presuming most don't either. Especially right now when it seems almost impossible to really get into the Christmas spirit and be excited about the holidays.

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    1. StephanieDecember 11, 2020 at 11:36 AM

      Erica, I agree. Most of us are finding it harder to get into the Christmas spirit with all that has happened this year. I hope this challenge is able to help bring some cheer where it is needed. :)

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  8. Jennifer WiseOctober 25, 2023 at 1:31 PM

    What a lovely idea! I think this sounds wonderful. Pinning! Thank you for sharing this post on the Will Blog for Comments #12 linkup. Hope to see you there next week as well.

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    1. StephanieOctober 25, 2023 at 3:29 PM

      Jennifer, thank you! :)

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    2. Jennifer WiseDecember 27, 2024 at 9:38 AM

      This is a wonderful idea--I love how it makes you stop and think and look and appreciate for a few minutes each day during a busy time of year. Thank you for sharing this post with us all at the Will Blog for Comments #52 this month. We'll be back at the bi-weekly schedule for linkup #53 which opens Monday morning January 6, and we hope to see more of your posts shared there. Happy New Year!

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    3. StephanieJanuary 2, 2025 at 10:46 PM

      Jennifer, thank you! Yes, it's a fun challenge. :) Happy New Year!

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  9. Laurie CoverOctober 29, 2023 at 4:58 AM

    Sounds like fun! But it’s just not right that Christmas is on your mind! Not yet!

    Thanks for coming by the Sunday Sunshine Blog Hop!

    Laurie

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    1. StephanieOctober 29, 2023 at 5:08 AM

      Thank you! I haven't started decorating, haha. Now that would be way too early. All the stores seem to believe that it is not too early. Even though I know some people do. Hopefully, those who want to save the challenge and revisit closer to that time will do so. 😊 Thank you for stopping by.

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  10. AnonymousNovember 1, 2023 at 12:06 PM

    Visiting from the Sunday Sunshine blog hop - what a fun idea!!

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  11. PaulaShort November 11, 2023 at 8:10 AM

    Steph, what a great idea for a Christmas photo challenge.
    I appreciate you sharing this with Sweet Tea & Friends this month.

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  12. Kym November 12, 2023 at 5:38 PM

    These are great ideas for a Christmas photo challenge. I'm sure I'll use some of them myself this year, and they are already giving me ideas for writing as well. Visiting From Sweet Tea & Friends today.

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    1. StephanieNovember 12, 2023 at 6:23 PM

      Kym, I'm happy to hear you enjoyed this Christmas photo challenge. Thank you so much for visiting. I appreciate it. 😊

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  13. crackercrumblifeNovember 24, 2023 at 7:51 AM

    What a cool idea, and a lovely way to hold on to the season all year!

    Thanks for linking up!
    Erin
    www.crackercrumblife.com

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    1. StephanieNovember 24, 2023 at 9:21 AM

      Erin, thank you so much. I appreciate you visiting.

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  14. Lisa R Howeler of Boondock RamblingsDecember 3, 2023 at 9:07 PM

    I love these ideas and that you made a blog graphic for us to save and keep the ideas in mind too. Thanks for joining our Comfy, Cozy Christmas link up.

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  15. Joanne December 5, 2023 at 1:36 PM

    This is such a great idea!

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