Confession Time: Is Your Christmas Decor Still Up?

Confession Time: Is Your Christmas Decor Still Up?

Jan 14, 2011 | Home Management

Over the past few snow days, different teen guys have been in and out of the house. When not just one, but two friends asked my sons privately why their mom still had her Christmas stuff up, I started feeling a bit self conscious. I know many of my perfectly wonderful...
Do You Have a Christmas Ornament Tradition? (Start one now)

Do You Have a Christmas Ornament Tradition? (Start one now)

Dec 27, 2010 | Christmas

(My music themed ornament collection) As I determine when to pack away our Christmas tree ornaments for another year, I’m continually amazed at how many of our family’s ornaments tell their own story. This year my daughters spent hours looking through each...
Holiday Decor on a Budget (a few last minute ideas)

Holiday Decor on a Budget (a few last minute ideas)

Dec 23, 2010 | Home Decor

Many of you agree that decorating on a dime brings out the creative juices. For me,  it’s no different during the holidays. In fact, it’s so fun to see what one can create out of the items that are already on hand. Inspired by this easy decorating idea, I...
Blessing Baskets for those in Need

Blessing Baskets for those in Need

Dec 17, 2010 | Christmas

Often, these last few weeks before Christmas, signal a shift into consumer mode. Especially for the children, counting of the presents ramp into full gear. The comparison of who deserves the most becomes a daily occurrence, and generally an all around attitude of...
Door to Door Christmas Caroling

Door to Door Christmas Caroling

Dec 15, 2010 | Christmas

The Door to Door Christmas Caroling tradition has become a thing of the past, but not for our extended family. For over a decade, we gather, put together plates of Christmas goodies, and visit our neighbors. Now, remember, we are country folk, so caroling to our...