Six Tips to Stop the Xmas Insanity and Give without Going Broke
“We commercialize everything. Look at Christmas. Christmas is Jesus’ birthday. Now I don’t know Jesus, but from what I’ve read Jesus was the least materialistic person to ever roam the earth. And we...
View ArticleThe Gnome Invasion And Other Quirky Christmas Traditions
Traditions come in all shapes and sizes. And while some cost money, others are fun and free. Since we celebrate Christmas, below are a few of our favorite creative Christmas time activities: The...
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Christmas
Here are some guidelines that we adhere to throughout the holiday season: 1. DO wear holiday gear. 2. DON’T drive yourself crazy in an effort to be the uber-Martha Stewart. Homemade gifts are for...
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Peppermint Bark Recipe
This peppermint bark is a staple at Christmas. It’s super easy to make and if you’re looking for an inexpensive but pretty gift, you can wrap up the bark and give it away as a gift. Think school...
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Sugar Cookies Recipe (Vegan and Gluten-Free)
Whenever I think of Christmas, one of the first things that comes to mind is sugar cookies! Are you surprised? I connect every holiday with food Every time I travel too, it’s really ALL. ABOUT. THE....
View Article5 Ways To Survive The Holidays Without Packing On The Pounds
People are so worried about what they eat between Christmas and the New Year, but they really should be worried about what they eat between the New Year and Christmas. ~ Anonymous The above quote...
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Spoiler Alert: The Santa Secret
Good big brothers don’t expose the Santa lie to little brothers.I spoke last year about the difficulty of outing Santa to my son. He was at an age that most kids no longer believed, so he needed to...
View Article12 Days Of Christmas From The Hood~Motherhood!
On the first day of Christmas my children gave to me a big fat headache. On the second day of Christmas my children gave to me two messy rooms and a big fat headache. On the third day of Christmas my...
View ArticleWhat A Wonderful World It Would Be
What do I want for Christmas? That’s a question I get asked over and over each year. I never have an answer because I’ve never really been all that materialistic. Sure, I like to have this or that, but...
View ArticleMommy’s Christmas List
Dear Santa, I’d like a body that is self-toning because I don’t always have the energy to exercise after 80 hours a week of being a chauffeur, a maid, a counselor, a referee, a coach, a nurse, a...
View ArticleWhy Your Kids Need To Get You A Gift This Holiday
At this time of year, ads for holiday gift giving barrage our TV’s, computers, newspapers, and our eardrums. Often, these reminders about the need to buy gifts or risk a bleak Christmas feel...
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Let’s Craft: Sweet Santa Place Settings
This guest blogger is one of our favorite crafty ladies, Amanda Formaro from Crafts by Amanda. She’s shared an adorable craft that will make your holiday dinner festive and fun: “Looking for a...
View ArticleThe Joys of December: Co-Parenting With Santa Claus
Trimming the tree, hanging the lights, sucking down candy canes… traditions like these certainly make it the most wonderful time of the year, but do you know what makes this season even more special?...
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Spiced Whipped Coconut Cream Recipe
I just love December and I’m thrilled it’s here. Let’s make time for the things that really matter to us this month, and as much as we can let go of that which does not bring us joy. Life is meant to...
View ArticleHow to Make Wrapping Paper Christmas Tree Decorations
Want to give your home a festive touch? Christmas decorations can be super expensive so I came up with the idea of making all my decorations with wrapping paper this year. Different papers, different...
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Simply Beautiful Dried Oranges
I have the sweetest little Christmas décor idea to share with you. It makes me giddy just thinking about it, because it’s super easy, inexpensive, good for the environment and BEAUTIFUL! Today, I offer...
View ArticleDIY Santa Hat Wine Bottle Cozies
Ho ho ho! Planning to bring a bottle of wine to your next holiday party as a hostess gift? Add a special touch with these Santa Claus-inspired wine bottle toppers! They’re fun, festive and so easy to...
View ArticleThe Upside Of Santa
What’s your guess about the percentage of kids who believe Santa is real? A lot of parents, myself included, would say close to 100%. But University of Texas psychologist Jacqueline Woolley noticed a...
View ArticleChristmas Eve Crafts for Kids
On Christmas Eve, if your children are off the wall with anticipation knowing that Santa is on his way, help them focus their energy by making a Christmas Eve craft. Doing a craft will provide your...
View ArticleHoliday Survival Tips From a Fitness Expert
I literally ran into the mall the other day to grab some new PJ’s for Jake, my 17-month-old. As soon as I walked in the door I was blasted my holiday tunes, a larger than life Christmas tree, kids in...
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