Fill the long distance gap this festive season

During the festive season most people look forward to spending time with their loved ones who often stay far away. It is a time to bond with those you have not seen in a while.

Unfortunately due to circumstances, distance becomes a factor that affects people spending time with their family.

The distance may feel even further when you see other families spending time together, everywhere you go. Some of the challenges may be deciding which side of the family to spend your Christmas holiday with. In some instances you would have to decide whether to spend your holiday with your parents, the in-laws or stay home with your children. Either way it becomes a challenge trying to please everyone at the same time.

All hope is not lost. There are some useful tips that will be helpful in an attempt to fill the gap that separates you from your family, such a continuing traditions together that you did as family from wherever you are – like decorating the Christmas tree, baking cookies or singing Christmas carols.

Contacting your family about the activities you did from where you are will be a great bonding experience in reminiscing and describing what you did.

Technology is also a great way to keep the connection close between you and your family. Smart phones have great features such as video chats. Skype also incorporates video calls, and exchanging photos of where you are.

A great way to be positive about dealing with the challenge of distance is using it as an opportunity start your own traditions individually or with your new family. Then when you get the opportunity to spend it with your family you can exchange notes.