how not to do a nativity play

1. Do not choose an Angel who does not perform...nor keeps their halo (so lovingly made by dad) on.....nor lets you get on with the simple act of getting ready for the show by throwing strops/crying over who holds baby Jesus/ locking oneself in the toilet.

2. When surprising Mary and Joseph into being Mary and Joseph, do make sure you know how the costumes fit instead of trying to do it in front of the audience.

3. Do make sure the narrator and props girl (me) has a copy of the Christmas carols instead of having to mime along like two turkeys in front of everyone.

4. Do not expect any children to actually take part......

5. Do not allow your phone to run out of battery power....never know who you need to call.

6. AND DO NOT organise a playdate for straight after......two tired toddlers + one exhausted Mommy + playdate with overactive twins = disaster

7. Do try and enjoy it, and even if your child is a bit skrik of Santa, do just laugh and help her out!

( of course their are no flies on Miss Phoebe when it comes to getting a gift!)