Honor the Tree
When we cut down the pine tree, we do so that we can turn it into a Christmas Tree…we further honor the tree with decorations, lights and ribbons. Just like when we cut down a tree for wood, to: build Read More …
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Seriously, It’s Cold Outside
Keep the babies inside, seriously, it’s cold outside! The song just comes to mind, whenever I go out, this is far, far too early for single digits – or even steady days in the 30s. There are so many reasons Read More …
More The Merrier
The more the merrier is usually reserved for family gatherings…at least hopefully this is the case. We – my family and my husband – always want as many people to join us as we can possibly fit. We have a Read More …
Lingering Later
When the time passes by so quickly that you didn’t realize you were lingering later than your normal bedtime (and the kids) it was a good night. When the winter chill has you indoors, the setting sun doesn’t give you Read More …
Closing In
The things around us are actually closing in. Crowded spaces. Tree still up. Christmas presents all around. It can be a bit overwhelming, right? There hasn’t been nearly enough time to integrate everything into the house, making room, squeezing in Read More …
Everything and More
This Christmas, I do hope that you have everything and more than you really need…which is the category where I think most of us fall. It was fun to watch the kids open their presents and see their faces. Some Read More …
Quiet Night
For us, my husband and I, this is literally the first time in 18 years that it is indeed a quiet night. You could even say it is a silent night, however, the music of the soundtrack with Dolby Surround Sound Read More …
Route By Restaurants
It’s time to travel for the holidays, family friends and everywhere in between…planning is everything. So, do you route by restaurants, bridges or non-toll roads? In our family, you can take the road less traveled, but only if you plan Read More …
Twinkle Lights and Dreams
As we close in on the last couple of days before Christmas, we start our annual tradition of decorating the tree. Up until now, it has been just fresh evergreen and aromatic; now it is filled with twinkle lights and Read More …
Long Days Ahead
This past week, with 3 snow events (and counting) have been long, but the longest week is still to come. The last week before Christmas Day means we have seemingly long days ahead. In reality, they are the shortest of Read More …