The Christmas Pickle: An Ornament of Tradition
What seems like a very odd choice for a Christmas tree ornament is actually a deep-rooted tradition that originated in Germany. The Christmas Pickle is said to bring good luck, and was always the last ornament put on the tree.
On Christmas morning, the first child to find the pickle scored a little extra something left behind by The Jolly Old Elf, himself. This tradition was encouraged so that the children may appreciate all the ornaments on the tree, instead of rushing to see what St. Nick had left for them.
Quite an endearing little tradition, isn’t it? Does your family do this? Are there other tree/ornament favorites for your family? Please share. We’d love to hear.
Ornament and Tradition Source: Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland
Tags: Christmas, Decor
1 opinion for The Christmas Pickle: An Ornament of Tradition
Hil
Dec 8, 2007 at 5:02 pm
That’s such a neat - albeit totally weird! - idea. You could probably do it with any oddity. I’m thinking our kids would get more out of a banana. :p
Have an opinion? Leave a comment: