For so many of us, a Christmas tree is an integral part of the season. Venturing out to find the perfect tree may yield hours of joyful fun that turn into some of the best family memories. We all...
Memories of the Holidays from childhood bring me great joy. We spent time with family, ate a lot, and decorated to gaudy levels. I can’t recall a time when I was burdened by snow. Snow was great. A ton...
The holiday season always starts on the same high for me, I'm starry eyed and optimistic.
Even as the season ramps up right before Thanksgiving, I feel in control and capable. Our calendar booking up well into the new year...
When you have 5 kids, Christmas can get out of hand easily.
I quickly get overwhelmed by the number of gifts I feel like my kids "deserve." Maybe this is more my desire to keep up with the Joneses, but every...
I love giving DIY gifts and I love crafting. This time of year is my favorite because I get to live my best life DIY-ing and gift-giving! Does just looking at a craft store give you anxiety, though? Don't...
Tis the season…To have people forget your birthday?
My birthday is between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, in the middle of Kwanzaa. It’s surrounded by an air of good cheer and a flurry of celebrations. So you’d think it would...
There are a number of reasons that I've decided not to go big for Christmas this year. The most pressing of these, of course, is the fact that I am due with baby #3 right after Thanksgiving. Having survived...
Feeling Excluded During the Winter Holidays
I love the idea of what "the holidays" are supposed to be about, but the season has started to feel less inclusive to me. Over time I realized it was better if I didn't...
From Candy Canes to Cookies plus the shakeup in schedules, the holidays present a unique challenge for kids when it comes to consistent dental care. While it might be a no-brainer to avoid letting high sugar candies (like Candy...
Growing up, my parents' home was always decorated. I have such happy memories of putting up window clings, hanging holiday lights, and placing hearts, leaves, and shamrocks around the house. To this day, my mom can magically switch from...