New Ways to Use Old Christmas Cards
Forty years ago when I was growing up on our dairy farm in Wisconsin, my mother always saved the Christmas cards she had received in the mail. In those days, people sent many more Christmas cards than they do now.Today, I still find myself saving the cards that I get... Read More
Easter Traditions: Seven Ways To Add Meaning To Your Family Celebration
Family traditions connect us to past and future generations. They provide meaning and connection, as well as a sense of ritual and comfort. And they can create - and help to preserve - some of life's most moving moments.Easter traditions can help to usher in a season of love, rejuvenation,... Read More
12 Things That Make Life Worthwhile!
Happy New Year! Around the world, this is a time of renewal, celebration of new opportunities, and great optimism. Please accept our best wishes for a year of peace, joy, and success.And, note that any time of year is a great time to re-commit to the things that are most... Read More
Make it an Unforgettable Birthday!
The first known birthday celebrations began among the Egyptians with parades, circuses, and gladiatorial events ? all complete with feasts that sometimes lasted for days. Romans celebrated the birthdays of their gods with parades and chariot races. Mortals were not encouraged to celebrate their birthdays in Rome. Germany introduced the... Read More
Honoring our Fathers
This weekend as we celebrate Father's Day, take an opportunity to express gratitude for the many wonderful fathers we see giving their love, support and guidance to our children on a daily basis.Personally, in my own life, I am surrounded by them. From my own father, to my father-in-law, my... Read More
Hassle-Free Holiday Baking: 6 Easy Days to Perfect Christmas Cookies
Like many people, I love the idea of making a large assortment of Christmas cookies during the holidays, but I find it difficult to find the time to get it done. As a working mother, cookbook author and webmaster of Christmas-Cookies.com ( http://www.christmas-cookies.com ), I am a very busy woman,... Read More
Making Mom Happy on Mothers Day
Mothers day is May 8th this year, are you ready? Are you in need of an idea for how to treat mom on Mothers Day that will not break your budget? How about indulging mom with a delightful home cooked brunch and a special tea pot for her to take... Read More
Create Warm Memories with Holiday Traditions
I remember just a handful of the Christmas presents I received as a child: My first Barbie doll with her skinny black sequined gown. My soft, pink Pat-a-Burp doll. The microscope I got in second grade.But I have many, many memories of our holiday traditions. The lovely aromas of holiday... Read More
2 Quick and Easy Halloween Crafts
Making Halloween crafts can really get you into a festive mood for this spooky holiday. Here are 2 fun and easy craft ideas:Tin Can LanternsDid you know that you can easily create Halloween lanterns out of those old tin cans? Use cans that have a smooth surface to accurately display... Read More
15 Ways to Create Some Extra Holiday Money
Originally this was going to be a list for my two teenagers but some of these ideas are better suited to adults with a valid driver's license and a bit of know-how. Some of these take a bit of planning and organizing, but most of them could be done on... Read More
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Memorial Day: 3 Ways To Honor American Soldiers
The last Monday of May since 1868, has been designated... Read More
Marching Towards Mothers Day
"Mother: the most beautiful word on the lips of mankind."... Read More
Create Warm Memories with Holiday Traditions
I remember just a handful of the Christmas presents I... Read More
Christmas and New Year Celebrations: How Significant?
I remember vividly as if it were yesterday when I... Read More
Holiday Spending: How to Keep Your Personal Information Safe
Holiday spending can be a wonderful time. We shop for... Read More
Spend More Time With Your Family This Holiday Season: Host A Caroling Party
Too often we forgo entertaining because of the mere thought... Read More
The Origins of Mothers Day
Most people mistakenly believe that Mother's Day is an invention... Read More
Make Every Day a Mothers Day!
The word mother and mothers day are simple, yet powerful... Read More
Unique Mothers Day Gift - No More Flowers and Chocolate
With Mother's Day approaching fast, it's time to begin thinking... Read More
30th Birthday Gift Ideas
Choosing a birthday gift for a friend about to turn... Read More
Create a Holiday Feast For The Senses
This is my daughter's first Christmas. Naomi will be nearly... Read More
Father?s Day Gift Idea: Do-It-Yourself Backyard Pond Kit
This Father's Day, sit back and enjoy a nice cold... Read More
Fathers Day Gift Ideas for Dad!
Father's Day...Father's Day only one month away! Father's Day is... Read More
Thriving Through the Holidays
The holidays are upon us; a time of celebration and... Read More
A New Look at Labor Day
A day to reflect on the accomplishments of working people:... Read More
Christmas Decorating Ideas - Edible Ornaments
Although it is now more decades away than I care... Read More
The Art of Giving a Toast
Today one of my clients is throwing one of her... Read More
Ten Tips for a Real Holiday Season
Holidays and the start of a new year inevitably make... Read More
Holiday Expectations
As the holidays approach, I find myself wondering how I'm... Read More
A Christmas Tradition - Vintage Ornaments
Traditional hand-blown glass Christmas ornaments never seem to go out... Read More
Keeping it Simple this Season
It's back. The holiday season and all the challenges that... Read More
Mommy...Daddy...Is There Really A Santa Claus?
Is there really a Santa Claus? Any parent who hasn't... Read More
Country Christmas Idea: Milkweek Pod Poinsettia Ornaments
Country Christmas Idea: Milkweed Pod Poinsettia OrnamentsAt first glance, milkweed... Read More
Romance on a Budget
Valentine's Day is often synonymous with lush velvety looking red... Read More
How to Put Some Sizzle in Your Summer Parties: 5 Ways to be a Gracious Host and a Great Guest
Now that the hot weather is finally here, we are... Read More
Real vs. Artificial Christmas Trees
Putting up and decorating your Christmas tree is a holiday... Read More
Losing Weight During The Holiday Season--Can It Be Done?
Thirteen years ago I became quite intrigued with the idea... Read More
Whatever Happened to Christmas?
Remember when no one started Christmas shopping until after Thanksgiving?Wisconsin... Read More
Birthday Gift Guide
A birthday gift is the opportunity to show your loved... Read More
Eggs-travagant Eggs
Wonderfully simple to do and oh so impressive!You don't need... Read More
You Better Not Lie, I?m Telling You Why
Santa Claus Is ComingHoliday season brings the perennial return of... Read More
7 Tips on Giving Chocolates to Your Valentine
Every year millions of people exchange chocolates on February 14th... Read More
The Thanksgiving Blessing
"Wouldn't you just know it," muttered my husband, Randy.We had... Read More
Home Made Gifts, The Best Way To Teach Your Kids The Value Of The Holiday
To a large extent the holidays have come to be... Read More
The Magic Of Gift Giving At Christmas
Regardless of age, almost everyone can remember at least a... Read More
Dont Forget Grandmom - Shes an Earth Angel Too!
Have you ever thought what you would do without your... Read More
How to Have the ?Perfect? Christmas
"This year will be different. I vow I won't get... Read More
Outdoor Halloween Decorations
Few things are more thrilling for a trick-or-treater than walking... Read More
Easter Party Ideas
Easter marks the start of spring and is a sacred... Read More
Valentines Day Flowers
Flowers & Valentine's Day go hand in hand. Your Valentine... Read More
Anniversary Gift Ideas Year by Year, the First Nineteen Years
It's impossible to remember what gift is traditional for each... Read More
FIREWORKS--OR, OOH, AAH, How Do They Do That?
One of my earliest memories involves a Fourth of July... Read More
Christmas Shopping Online Might Or Might Not Be For Everyone: This Article Shows How Doing It Onlin
Christmas shopping online is not for you? If you are... Read More
Christmas Gifts For Dog Lovers
Let's admit it, the US and UK are both countries... Read More
Magical Plants of Christmas
Most of the plants we associate with the holiday season... Read More
10 Tips to a Stress Free Holiday
"The stress-free way to enjoy the holidays is to plan,... Read More
A Mothers Keepsake
A mother's bracelet is a personalized bracelet that celebrates the... Read More
Top Ten Tips To A Terrific Valentine?s Day - For Men in Relationships
Okay guys, so this is a great opportunity to get... Read More
Christmas Tree Topper Ornaments
From my childhood memories, pride of place on the top... Read More
Three Steps to Reduce Holiday Stress for Your Kitty
The annual holidays can be a very stressful time for... Read More
Color Easter Eggs Naturally With Dyes From Your Kitchen
The most beautiful dyes for Easter eggs come from foodstuff... Read More
Buying Jewelry for Mother?s Day or How To Buy The Perfect Gift for Mom Without Getting Ripped Off
Jewelry can be the perfect gift for mom on Mother's... Read More
Ready for Christmas? Enjoy an Organized Holiday This Year
1. Keep a stack of directions TO your place for... Read More
A Thankful Thanksgiving
You may be wondering why I would call this article... Read More
The Only Way to Turn New Year Resolutions Into Reality!
So you ate, drank and spent too much over the... Read More
Decorating for a Victorian Christmas
Berry Manor Inn owner, Cheryl Michaelsen wouldn't admit it, but... Read More
The History And Origin Of Valentines Day
The oldest Valentine card still in existence was sent in... Read More
Stress-Free Party Planning
It's a fact; most of us feel immediately stressed and... Read More
What Are And How To Use Free Ecard and Free Ecards
You can consider free ecards as being the same thing... Read More
9 Fantastic Formulas for a Stress Free Holiday!
The holidays are officially here. And so the season for... Read More
Valentines Day Love Letter - The Best And Most Romantic Gift Is Also The Least Expensive!
You don't have to spend a fortune this Valentine's Day... Read More
Mothers Day is coming-Dont Blow It!
Mother's Day is May 8th. And, you do realize all... Read More
Choosing Childrens Birthday Party Supplies and Decorations
Birthday party supplies and decorations can bring that necessary magic... Read More
5 Tips to Reduce Holiday Depression
As the holidays approach each year, more and more people... Read More
Strategies for Surviving Holiday Dinners, Family Events and Other War Zones
No matter how well we may have weathered our basic... Read More
Dear Santa: Christmas Sucks!
Christmas time is finally here, and most people during this... Read More
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