Gnome Home
We all think that the “Elf on the Shelf” is adorable… or was, until we realized it was kind of freaky. Not sure you would agree, but I am kind of glad that today’s trends include having at least one Read More …
Tag: holidays
Second Helping
This weekend, we had more than one second helping. From pie to mashed potatoes and turkey to stuffing. Don’t forget cookies, cheesecake, and buttered bread plus overcooked vegetables topped in gravy. From family-time and sleeping late, to celebrating birthdays one Read More …
Sirens Sirens
When you hear sirens. Sirens everywhere…you can only hope that it is a pre-holiday celebration with Santa on the truck. Other times of the year, loud sirens. Sirens on the fire and police vehicles should make you stop look and Read More …
Waiting for the Sun
In between thunderstorms, we spent the day waiting for the sun…and we were not disappointed. It just would rain – without much warning – but, then become bright blue with friendly, white clouds all over again. Taking pictures on blue Read More …
Time To Say Goodbye
This isn’t supposed to be a sad, sappy post… but, it is time to say goodbye to our Christmas decor. It’s been a fun time with all of the reds and greens and glitter (so much glitter) and garland… But, Read More …
Home For The Holidays
There is nothing better than being home for the holidays…whether it is your home or your family’s home. Getting there, sometimes is half the battle. Then, staying happy while you are there is the other half. Of course, you probably Read More …
Anticipating December
We are done with anticipating December. It’s timely arrival to our little towns, to our homes, and to our lives and it is here now to lift our spirit. Why then, is there such anxiety about the month? Probably because Read More …
Cyber or Giving
Which Tuesday is it, Cyber or Giving Tuesday? As predicted, the retailers promoted, in their own unique ways, more than just Cyber Tuesday. One of them talked about Cyber week – a week long set of offers – “just keep Read More …
Post Holiday Parent
There are three states of parenting a college student during the holidays. The pre-holiday and the post holiday parent but neither of them are like the during-the-holiday parent. The pre-holiday parent is full of anticipation and excitement. Shopping, preparing, and Read More …
Kids Driving You Crazy
Are your kids driving you crazy? Are you one of those parents? Are you ready for them to go back to school? Are you tired of the rainy days that mark the end of summer and the lack of activities Read More …