Favorite Thanksgiving Books
My boys love to read books about holidays as they are approaching. Thanksgiving is a fun time to learn about tradition and the history of the holiday through sharing books. Here are some of my...
View ArticleFun Thanksgiving Activities
Thanksgiving is a great time to do some fun crafts and activities. These ideas make nice gifts to bring to family and friends on Thanksgiving, or to have the kids do at the Thanksgiving table. One...
View ArticleOnline Shopping Tips
Online shopping has become a popular way to handle the purchase of holiday gifts. It’s an easier and quicker way for busy people to shop. If you are new to online shopping, here are some tips to help...
View ArticleHoliday Tablescapes
The holiday season is upon us. It’s fun to bring your table to life and create a nice, festive place to gather as family. Here are some tips for making your tablescape come to life: Focus your...
View ArticleEveryday Gratitude
At the Thanksgiving table we always list all the things we are grateful for. But after, the focus turns to Christmas and we tend to get sucked into the latest and greatest things, and become busy with...
View ArticleSending Holiday Cards
In this age of Instagram, Facebook, and other social media outlets, people have so many more ways of staying in touch than they did years ago. It’s easier to talk to far away friends and see pictures...
View ArticleElf on the Shelf
Every night we have an elf that visits our house and watches our children, reporting back to Santa whether or not they are being good. This year our oldest has decided to start writing letters to our...
View ArticleMaking Christmas Treats
One of my favorite days in the month of December is the day we make our Christmas treats. The kitchen is filled with the smells of cinnamon, caramel, chocolate, and more. The tradition started with my...
View ArticleHoliday Appetizers
I love the appetizers that come with holiday gatherings. To me, all those little bites make up the perfect meal! Here are some of my favorite appetizer recipes: Cold Veggie Pizza Ingredients: 1 can...
View ArticleWelcoming Santa
Our family has some special traditions for preparing for Santa’s visit. First, we make a batch of “reindeer food” to leave on the ground for Santa’s reindeer. In the evening, we sprinkle it on the...
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