Holiday Open House: Gift Giving

Gift giving has become so associated with the holidays, it’s hard to stop yourself from shopping. How have you coped with gift giving?

With growing families, and more children now, we’ve decided to just get small gifts for the kids. My criteria? As soon as you start earning your own . . . → Continue Reading: Holiday Open House: Gift Giving

A Homemade Christmas: Making a Snow Globe

I received a wonderful book titled “A Homemade Christmas“, by Tina Barseghian  (RRP $17.95Cdn). It contains a lot of ideas for an earth-friendly, frugal and festive holiday. I loved the suggestions for homemade gifts, crafts and recipes. Combined, they really make the holidays feel so fun!

One craft idea I . . . → Continue Reading: A Homemade Christmas: Making a Snow Globe

Family Get Togethers

I love getting together with family; Christmas only makes the get togethers more fun and special.

Ever since I can remember, our families have always spent Christmas together. When we were kids, it was always at our grandparent’s house. That was about 15 cousins, plus aunts and uncles crammed in a house. Every . . . → Continue Reading: Family Get Togethers

Holiday Gift Giveaway Hop

Have I told you how much I love Christmas? The music, decorations, and just the festive atmosphere always puts a smile on my face. Even in the blogosphere, people are getting into the holiday spirit.

Simply Stacie, Little Yayas, My Wee View,  Review Retreat and Stockpiling Moms are hosting a giveaway event that is . . . → Continue Reading: Holiday Gift Giveaway Hop