This is a post I wrote last year on this very day. The message is the same: it is time to prepare for the New Year! My husband likes to keep the Christmas decorations up through New Year’s and every year, I think… Read More
list of fun things to do with your kids during the holiday break
December 17, 2009 By 2 Comments
As our kids finish up the last days of school before the holiday break, we may find ourselves wondering how we will make it through the next 2 weeks with such lively, wound-up children. It is winter so in many places in the… Read More
list of gift ideas to give your pets for the holidays
December 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Pets don’t ask for much – a little food, a little water, a little exercise, and a lot of love. However, they are members of the family, and while everyone is opening presents, it can be fun to show your pet(s) how much… Read More
list of morning madness expectations for children
December 7, 2009 By 8 Comments
This morning, I had a revelation. I have always told myself that when the children get a little older that I would add responsibilities. I have always believed in working hard and being efficient and getting things done for yourself. For some reason,… Read More
list of instructions for making a holiday paper chain
December 3, 2009 By 1 Comment
This activity has been at the top of our family’s Advent Activity Calendar since my children were very small. Now that they are bigger, they still enjoy creating these chains, in fact we made our chains just last night! It is a fun… Read More
list of steps to a successful holiday cookie exchange
November 30, 2009 By 4 Comments
In the interest of full disclosure, I’ve attended a few cookie exchanges, but have never hosted one myself – until this year. In a couple of weeks, I will be hosting a Christmas cookie exchange with some of my closest friends. I am… Read More
list of things to do this first holiday weekend
November 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Here in America, it’s the day after Thanksgiving. The day when early-morning shoppers stand in line and rush about looking for the best deals (trying to work off a little turkey). However, once the packages are purchased and put away, it is tempting… Read More
list of ways to dress a thanksgiving table
November 23, 2009 By 3 Comments
Thanksgiving is nearly here. You’ve got the turkey in the refrigerator to thaw. You’ve chosen your recipes and purchased your ingredients. You’ve pureed the pumpkin for the pumpkin pie. Have you considered the table where your friends and loved ones will gather around?… Read More
list of steps to a guest-worthy home this thanksgiving
November 19, 2009 By 4 Comments
Let me first start by saying that though everyone wants a clean house when their guests arrive for a big holiday, your guests are more than likely there because they want to see you. They are not (usually) there to give your house… Read More
list of items to keep in your desk at work
November 16, 2009 By 1 Comment
I frequently find myself at work, wishing for things that would help to make me feel more confident and/or secure. I am not talking about a bodyguard. I mean items that I wish I had on me at that moment. Oh no. My… Read More
