We all know the tradition of putting cookies and milk out for Santa, but what about something for the reindeer? I'll have to be honest, we're kind of minimalist when it comes to Santa over here. He brings something for their stocking and that's it. We don't push Santa on the kids and make him into a whole production. However, I do like to make Santa to be like a Christ - like person who serves and helps others. Not someone who just brings toys to boys and girls. 

Anyway, one year I saw that someone on instagram leaving bird seed for Santa's "reindeer". (in case you're wondering, these pictures are from last year, but I'm not sharing - my usual m.o.) I thought it as such a fun idea!! So got some bird seed, put some in jars and we decided to give it to neighbors as well. The kids thought it was a much better (and healthier:) idea to leave the reindeer food more than leaving cookies and milk for Santa. The best part, it actually gets eaten really quick by some rein-birds ;)

Share this reindeer food with friends or neighbors. You just need some bird seed, some jars and a printable below. Such a fun Christmas neighbor gift, especially for those with kids. 

Fill Jars with bird seed. Print off printable and tie onto jars. 

Give to friends and neighbors. :)