There is something so sweet about poetry. I don’t know what it is, but when I read a simple poem with a clear message I feel a sense of hope and happiness. It’s that feeling that makes me want to change the world. I think that feeling is another name for the Christmas spirit – … Read more
Curl up with fuzzy blankets, some peanut butter popcorn, and a cup of hot chocolate to watch a Christmas movie together. A few popular favorites are It’s a Wonderful Life A Charlie Brown Christmas How the Grinch Stole Christmas Elf Miracle on 34th Street A Christmas Carol The Polar Express Mickey’s Christmas Carol White Christmas
Get your family and friends together for a game night with snacks and hot apple cider. Here are some of our favorite games: Settlers of Catan Ticket to Ride UNO Nertz Scrabble Cranium Hoopla Ping Pong Pool Canasta
Thanks so much for all your participation in our Christmas giveaway! There will be more giveaways every month – you won’t want to miss the prizes for January, so be sure to check back. If you’ve signed up for my newsletter, you’ll be notified of those giveaways via email. The winner of Gulo, Gulo! by … Read more
Bake cinnamon rolls for breakfast! They are a bit of work, (my recipe is as easy as it gets), but the work is well worth the delicious result. Eat breakfast together as a family while listening to Christmas music. Your family will be ready for a fun filled day together with full tummies and happy … Read more
Whether your family puts the presents out early or “Santa” brings them late Christmas Eve night, let your older children help you wrap gifts for their siblings or other family members, with the condition that they keep all information strictly confidential. Kids like to share secrets with their parents…it makes them feel special and grown … Read more
Homemade hot chocolate mix gift bags are a great neighbor gift this Christmas. The mix is easy to make and filling those precious bags and delivering them is a fun activity for the whole family. (I will be tying these with something other than a twisty, it was just the best I could do in … Read more
Check back tomorrow for one more set of winners! Here are today’s winners: The winner of the $50 Bright October gift certificate is Andreah, who said, “My boys would love these prizes! Thanks for the great giveaways!” They’re going to love their new toys from Bright October! And the winner of the Holly and Hal … Read more
Many cities put on a live Nativity event. Check to see if that happens in your city and attend. Bring hot chocolate and wear warm clothes! If you don’t have a live Nativity in your city, act it out with your family. You’ll need Mary Joseph Baby Jesus (a doll) A shepherd A wise man … Read more
Click here to win $100 to spend on eBay! I heard about this contest that Aspen Gold Ridge is doing on their blog. You enter the contest on their blog and if you win, you get a gift certificate to spend in their eBay store. They will have 3 winners for gift certificates worth $100, … Read more