Christmas shines brightest in the traditions we cherish and the memories we share with the people we love. For many of us, the ornaments on our trees aren’t just decorations — they’re reminders of milestones, family moments and holidays we’ll never forget.

What’s the ornament (or ornaments) you treasure most? Whether it’s handmade, passed down through generations or picked up on a special trip, we want to hear the story behind it. We’ll publish as many as we can in our Christmas Eve edition.

Send your photo and story to tneditor@tnonline.com by Dec. 20. Include your name, town and contact information.

We’re also celebrating the traditions that make your holiday unique — from the cookies you bake every year to the dishes that bring everyone back home. Share your recipes and the stories tied to them at tneditor@tnonline.com.