The global COVID-19 pandemic has made 2020 a year unlike any other in living memory. As schools and businesses around the world closed their doors this spring, we hoped that the lockdowns would allow us to celebrate graduations, holidays, birthdays, and weddings in the summer and fall as planned. In many areas and for many people, those celebrations are still on hold. Some families have canceled big in-person gatherings and celebrations this holiday season, but they’re finding new and creative ways to gather safely — in smaller groups or remotely — to stay connected with each other. And connection may be more important this year than ever before.
Spread holiday cheer remotely
Even though we won’t be able to enjoy many of our normal rituals and routines around the table or fireplace with family, there are plenty of ways to stay in touch for the holidays. If you’re dreading the idea of missing out on time with loved ones this holiday season, check out some of these ideas from Adobe.
Holiday gifts, greeting cards, and year-end newsletters
In the time of COVID, many old hobbies are making a comeback, such as baking, knitting, sewing, and scrapbooking. If you won’t be able to see your loved ones in person this year, send them one of your quarantine crafts as a gift, along with your annual holiday greeting card. If you’re like most and haven’t had the opportunity to see family and friends much over the course of the year due to quarantine, use Adobe Acrobat to create a PDF holiday newsletter describing your family’s year, your highlights, and your wishes for the future. Even if you can’t hug them in person, a personalized holiday letter will help them feel the warmth and remind everyone that there are still good times and memories to be shared.
