The older I get the less I want to leave the house on New Year's Eve. I have come to call it amateur night. It's a night where everyone is out and about drinking not just a little bit, but A LOT. Not only this, but most of these people are people that really don't… Continue reading The Boozy Guide to NYE at Home
Category: Winter Holidays
Holiday Traditions
This season is steeped in tradition. There are many ways in which people celebrate the winter holidays. Some are widely practiced, and others, specific to certain groups of people, or even just to individual families. No matter what you believe, or how you celebrate, the winter holiday season is pretty much 'The Big Show' for… Continue reading Holiday Traditions
An Open Letter to Parents from Santa
As many of you who follow me on Twitter already know, this past Sunday I hosted an annual gathering at my house called 'Supper with Santa'. My dear friend and esteemed helper of the big guy himself finds time each year out of his busy Santa schedule to come and greet the children of my… Continue reading An Open Letter to Parents from Santa
Inspiration: National Hot Cocoa Day
December 13. Midway through the month, less than ten days away from the Winter Solstice. I can't think of a better day than this for National Hot Cocoa Day. There is nothing better than a cozy day inside, watching fat snowflakes floating to the earth from a frosty window. Fire burning, lights twinkling on the… Continue reading Inspiration: National Hot Cocoa Day
Give Differently This Year: Charity
There are many ways to donate for the holidays. But did you know that there are some off the beaten track ways to make a difference this year? Here are some neat holiday gift ideas for those hard to shop for people on your list that will put a smile on their faces, and make… Continue reading Give Differently This Year: Charity
Kids Questioning Santa? 10 Ways to Keep Them Believing
Here's some tips to keep him real a bit longer. Have a fireplace? Don't mind a little cleanup? Take some large men's boots, put them on your feet, and walk from your fireplace to your Christmas tree, stopping to sprinkle flour around your feet with each step to create footprints. Alternatively, there are stencils available… Continue reading Kids Questioning Santa? 10 Ways to Keep Them Believing
Easy Watercolor Tutorial
Watercolor art is all the rage right now. I am seeing it everywhere. Cards, stationary, blog headers. Everything seems to be watercolor. People are even getting watercolor work tattooed on their bodies. I want to take a moment to warn you, this is a step by step tutorial, with images, and detailed explanations of materials,… Continue reading Easy Watercolor Tutorial
$25 and Under: 5 Beautiful Stocking Stuffers for Her
Binge Watching Beauty Kit - $22 -Â Pottery Barn Everything you need to pamper yourself while you binge watch your favorite shows! Set includes: 1 pair of fuzzy socks, a mini snack clip, 2 drink coasters, 2 facial tissues, 2 face wipes, 2 hand wipes, breath drops, 2 dental floss packs, lip balm, decision coin,… Continue reading $25 and Under: 5 Beautiful Stocking Stuffers for Her
Gift Haul!
It's December 2nd, and I am proud to report that I have pretty much finished with my holiday gift list! I only have one more yet to buy. This is pretty unprecedented for me since I am usually tight on money this time of year, and leave everything till the last minute. I have always… Continue reading Gift Haul!
Holiday Kitchen: Eggnog
Well, it's that time of year again! Welcome to my very first holiday-related post! I've had a request to post an Eggnog recipe from a fellow blogger, and since this is definitely my FAVORITE holiday treat, I jumped at the chance! It's just not possible for me to get in the holiday spirit without a… Continue reading Holiday Kitchen: Eggnog
