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Scrambling to Get Christmas Cards Out

Christmas photo card held up in front of a lighted Christmas tree.

It was taking much longer than expected to receive our family pictures from the photographer. With shipping estimates as they were, I knew it was crunch time or else I was not going to get our Christmas cards out in time. Scrambling to get Christmas cards out is just part of the holidays, right? For years, the Christmas card process was something I scheduled time for right … [Read more...]

Manage Stress During the Holidays

We just hosted all four grandparents at our house for a week. When you have kids at home, there may not be large windows of time during your week to prep for the holidays. This time I approached the visit with less stress. I have learned how to manage stress during the holidays by following a few tips. These are time management tips to help tackle the holiday … [Read more...]

The Special Memories in Holiday Preparations

Family decorating the Christmas tree working together to complete holiday preparations.

We were hosting all four grandparents for a major family gathering. It meant preparing ahead to be ready and involving the kids for help. … [Read more...]

Unique Holiday Family Vacations

This year we are not entertaining for the holidays. It will be just the 6 of us. A simple Christmas all our own is on the agenda. I have been looking into holiday family vacations. We are making plans for a little family trip over the holidays. (This is post is sponsored by Beaches. All opinions are my own. Please view my disclosure.) 5 Holiday Family Vacations I put … [Read more...]

Christmas Counting Preschool Activity

My twins are really enjoying our preschool time at home. After we decorated our home for Christmas, we had an extra box of ornaments. I turned them into a fun Christmas themed preschool counting activity. This easy to make Christmas counting preschool activity with ornaments is festive! Christmas Counting Preschool Activity Christmas ornaments are a fun way to exercise a … [Read more...]

Low-Key, Meaningful Thanksgiving Activities for Kids

Low-key, meaningful Thanksgiving activities for kids and families.

{Post By Lisa Brown} Each year around Thanksgiving we pull out a special decorated jar that is filled with everyone’s thankful notes!   Throughout the month of November, we add to the jar and we read our notes from previous years.   It’s neat to be reminded of all the things God has done for us and what matters. Notes from a jar help me remember my family’s life story. So … [Read more...]

Overcome Holiday Stress

Don't stress out over preparing for the holidays! Overcome stress and enjoy the holidays with these tips.

{Post by Heather Hice-McCray} Fall is here which means the busiest time of the year is upon us. In addition to the regular daily stresses we have, the holidays can add much more stress then we would like. It happens to the best of us. That’s why I believe it’s so important for us to have a plan to overcome holiday stress and enjoy the holidays. I know from my own experience I … [Read more...]

DIY Gifts: Save Money and Give with Love

DIY Gifts to save money and give with love. These 10 DIY ideas for Christmas gifts or hostess gifts over the holidays are so easy, and budget-friendly. Great gifts for teachers, mail carriers, and stocking stuffers.

DIY gifts are something I work into my holiday giving every year. They allow me to personalize gifts, give unique treats, and save money. This is all good for our household budget. DIY gifts are often easily made in large batches so you can make it once and create multiple gifts at one time. I use this batch processing method for all my neighbor gifts, teacher gifts and even … [Read more...]

Stress-Free Christmas Prep

Ditch the stress this Christmas. This plan will help you keep stress-free Christmas prep on the list and all the rest of the stuff off!

Welcome to Homemaking Tips Tuesdays where contributing writers share helpful homemaking tips so you can feel more successful caring for your home and family. {This week, post by: Jaimi} There are 4 ways to reduce stress as you get moving with your Christmas prep and holiday planning. I am a fan of a stress-free holiday, but stress can happen when you add more people to your … [Read more...]

Number One Christmas Gift of the Year

What is the number one Christmas gift this year? It just may be the best Christmas gift to give someone every year.

Welcome to Mom Motivation Mondays where weekly contributing writers share their motherhood experiences to encourage you to find the joy in being a mom. {This week: Post by Lisa Brown} I’ve been struggling with feeling lonely and forgotten. My friends and family members have been busy with their own life and schedules.  I have too. I’m personally going through a … [Read more...]

Four Holiday Cookie Recipes

Enter the giveaway detailed in the post and grab these 4 holiday cookie recipes with free printable recipe cards. Homemaking Tips Tuesday will get you ready for the holidays!

Welcome to Homemaking Tips Tuesdays where contributing writers share helpful homemaking tips so you can feel more successful caring for your home and family. {This week, post by: Jessica} Each year I look forward to having the opportunity to do some holiday baking. I have included 4 holiday cookie recipes here with printable recipe cards. There is just something about … [Read more...]

Preschool Activities for St Patrick’s Day

Preschool activities for St Patriclk's Day to introduce the history and fun of the holiday with preschool children. Printables, crafts, books and fun ideas for kids!

This post is sponsored by Big Treasure LLC. Please view my disclosure for more info. These 5 easy preschool activities for St Patrick’s Day cover signs of Spring, and explore history and folklore-so fun to dive into with young children and get their imaginations working overtime! You can enter to win a fun book and toy set too. There are so many fun ways to celebrate Spring … [Read more...]

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