Nutcrackers!

I love them!

A nutcracker symbolizes power, strength, and protection, while also representing good luck and authority. In German tradition, nutcracker dolls were seen as guardians that ward off evil spirits and danger. From a different perspective, the character in the ballet The Nutcracker can symbolize the triumph of good, a journey of self-acceptance, and the magic of Christmas.  

Traditional and folklore symbolism 

• Protection: Nutcrackers are seen as guardians that protect the home and family from evil spirits and bad luck. 
• Power and authority: Early nutcrackers often depicted kings, soldiers, and other figures of authority, representing strength and power. 
• Good luck: In German folklore, giving a nutcracker was believed to bring good luck to the family. 

Symbolism in the ballet 

• Triumph of good: In the ballet adaptation of the story, the Nutcracker represents good triumphing over evil in the battle against the Mouse King. 
• Magic and wonder: The character’s transformation from a wooden toy to a prince embodies themes of magic and childhood wonder. 
• Acceptance and goodwill: The story can be interpreted as a representation of acceptance and goodwill, as the nutcracker (a cursed prince) is welcome by Clara and his true form is revealed

These are only few of my collection! Just got the 4 foot tall one today and I love him!

Nutcrackers are considered to be guardians so I hope that you have at least one in your life to protect you and your family and home!