Germans LOVE Advent calendars (and wreaths and anything else advent or Christmas related). Between mid October and Early November they all arrive in stores. We've counted as many as 72 different varieties of toy related calendars in our local department store at one time. JUST toys (Playmobile versions Legos, Hotwheels, magic sets, puzzle balls, plastic ponies, hotwheels cars, etc., etc.). Of course, there are dozens upon dozens of chocolate calendars as well. And ones for your pets with gourmet cat foods or chew toys in each box, calendars for adults with little mini bottles of alcohol, different teas for each day--you name it. When the time comes around again this year, I will have to take some photos to share here.
In the mean time, we noticed the first "Easter Advent" calendar we have seen while out running errands yesterday.
Hmmm. So, I guess the question is, is the German love affair with the advent calendar a function of their love affair with Christmas, or will stand independently of that holiday? It will be interesting to see if this takes off and more such countdowns are on store shelves next year.
Hadley
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