There are SO many things to love about this time of year, one of the most lovable being the many delicious treats to be eaten! Here are some of my favorite recipes to make, share, and munch on throughout the holiday season. Peppermint White chocolate peppermint fudge - This is the best recipe I've found … Continue reading Favorite Holiday Desserts
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Name that Christmas Movie
These are some of my favorite quotes. Can you guess what Christmas movie each is from? Note: The links have the answers! Don't click on them unless you've already made your guess. 😉 "I'm an idiot." "You're an idiot!" "Ain't much better in here, kid!" "I'll give 'em a whirl." "THE FIRST GIFT OF CHRISTMAS!" … Continue reading Name that Christmas Movie
Best Videos this Season
If Facebook is good for something, it's finding random videos that you wouldn't otherwise see. Here are four of the funniest and cutest videos this Christmas season.
Cool Gifts from Aunts and Uncles
If you're like me and have nieces and nephews, but no kids of your own, then you probably have to rely on recommendations to figure out what kind of cool stuff to give to your favorite kids. This year, I've done the research for you. Here are the coolest kid gifts I've found, that are … Continue reading Cool Gifts from Aunts and Uncles
The Best Christmas Present + Coupon Code!
A few years ago my coworker brought a VHS to DVD conversion kit into our office. He was getting ready to move overseas, but he didn't want his kids' collection of movies to go to waste, so he had his assistant help convert the VHS's to DVD and digital formats. I had heard of this … Continue reading The Best Christmas Present + Coupon Code!
30+ Best Movies to Watch with the Family
I saw this post by Cup of Jo that recommended movies to watch with your family. The main criteria she gave were avoiding sex scenes and swearing - basically, anything that you would be uncomfortable watching with your parents (or grandparents!). However, I thought the list fell short of meeting those very two objectives! (See: … Continue reading 30+ Best Movies to Watch with the Family
A Comprehensive Christmas Movie List
Here's a selection of Christmas movies for you to choose from this holiday season. This should be enough to last you through the next two weeks. 😉 (Wait, is Christmas in less than two weeks??!) The Classics: Home Alone Hands down the best Home Alone 2: Lost in New York We always count how many … Continue reading A Comprehensive Christmas Movie List
Pre-Christmas Music
Maybe this is a little late for some of you, but hopefully it will still be applicable! Like many Americans, I LOVE listening to Christmas music. Especially the jazzy stuff. As soon as it starts to get cold outside, I am tempted to start with the Christmas music. However, I've found that if I start … Continue reading Pre-Christmas Music
Favorite Fall Candles
Burning scented candles is the hallmark of the holiday season, at least in our family. As soon as it gets the least bit chilly, it's time to start making our rounds through our holiday candles. In September, practically any kind of candle will do. Just the fact that a candle is lit signifies that the … Continue reading Favorite Fall Candles
Dreaming of Fall
I am not normally one to wish away summer, but the past few months were so long and full of challenges that I am finding myself overly ready for autumn. Pinterest never fails to be a source of inspiration, especially for holidays, so I thought I would share some of the images that have been … Continue reading Dreaming of Fall