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* The following post was written by my good friend and parenting pro, Annie Young. There are few things better than cuddling up with your little ones to read some good books. Why not pick up a few of these Valentine’s Day titles, grab a cozy blanket and snuggle up with your best reading voice […]
As a Print Member, View pages you want & Print as often as you like. As a Download Member, Type into a page & Save to your computer. Organize the New Year with these pages: Resolution Map Resolution Planner Goals for this Year/your Life Exercise/Calorie Tracker Daily, Weekly, Monthly Planners & To Do Lists Meal […]
The downside of a consumer -driven economy is the amount of waste that comes from all that stuff we buy. This year, as we start to see an improvement in the economy, we’ll also experience increased waste. Every person and family can make a difference. Being conscientious of our choices, avoiding a route though it […]
Gingerbread houses are a fun (and delicious) tradition that can be a great excuse to get your creative juices flowing, bring your family together, or host a house-building party. You don’t have to be an expert to build a house that you might be proud to display on your dining table or mantel. There are […]
Handmade treasures are a great symbol of the spirit of Christmas: they are best when shared with friends and family, they become a simple yet meaningful decoration for your holiday home, and they offer lots of time during assembly for refection on the season. Making time for crafts with your spouse, your children, and your […]
Though not largely celebrated in the States, many parts of Europe have a long tradition of celebrating jolly old St. Nicholas on December 6. While most Americans lump Santa Claus into the actual Christmas holiday, celebrating on December 6 is not only a good way to kick-start the season, but it also a way for […]
Thanksgiving is almost here, and if you are preparing a Thanksgiving meal for family and friends, then your menu should be nearly complete. If you have yet to take the time to consider, or if you are not sure you have all of your bases covered, here are some dishes for you to consider preparing […]
The holiday season is a meaningful time. It possesses elements of a spiritual nature that can be as tangible as the wrapping paper and the pumpkin pie. When friends and family surround one, the month of December gives the power to believe in the kind of magic that exists not just in gifts and delicacies, […]
Once I read about Lindsey’s weekly planning retreat at her blog Passionate Homemaking, I was inspired. Moms never feel like they have enough time to review finances, plan meals, schedule to dos, or prepare for birthdays and holidays plus do or delegate all of the regular tasks that are required to run a home and […]
Halloween is fast approaching and parents and children everywhere are beginning to look for inspiration to feed the imagination. The beauty of Halloween is that for one day, people of all ages have license to create beyond what is typical, usual, or expected. The act of pretending is a terrific exercise for body, mind, and […]
* This post was originally published in June of 2008. It has been modified and improved. The holidays are a beautiful time of year. Preparing for the winter holidays can be a hectic and time-consuming task. To make the most of the festive season it helps to create your own holiday binder in which to […]
This Thursday, September 16, is exactly 100 days before Christmas. Many of you will either jump up and down with excitement at the prospect of another holiday season approaching or gasp and hold your heart and wonder how you’ll have the strength to make it through another year. 100DaystoChristmas.com is here to help – and […]
The official, unofficial end of summer is this weekend. Many people get a long weekend to make it even more sweet. What I love about holidays is that it takes an ordinary weekend and gives us a reason to make it memorable! Don’t let this weekend pass you by without taking an opportunity to do […]
Tradition is a favorite concept of mine. I love finding meaning in ordinary events when I consider their traditions. Birthdays are a great time to incorporate the traditions of both families (his and hers) and even to establish new traditions for your particular family unit. Birthdays are the one day of the year that a […]
I can’t believe it, but next year I will have graduated from Hoisington High School 20 years ago. I remember when I thought 20 years was so long. Now, it is time for a reunion of my old friends. I graduated in a class of 42 from a small town in Kansas. I rarely go […]
Childhood is the foundation upon which all people build their lives. Each building block is created from experiences, both good and bad. Our job as parents is to give our children as many positive experiences as possible and the tools they need to carve out a happy and fulfilled life. Birthday celebrations are a way […]
I love summer food. I especially love it when it is cooked/prepared outdoors. The Fourth of July is a great excuse to eat your old grilled favorites (hamburgers and hot dogs) or to try something new. With summer gardens ready to harvest, a 4th of July cookout can mean lots of color on the table. […]
Making Dad’s day as special as he is can be a challenge. You can always buy him another tie or another tech gadget, but what would really show him how much his family loves and appreciates him? I am always looking for a way for my children to get involved in showing their Dad how […]
Summer means more of the outdoors, including food preparation and enjoyment. Most Memorial Day plans involve a cookout of some kind. It might be on an open fire or over a hot grill, but will likely include some traditional favorites. To make this holiday cookout low-stress, start planning now. Plan your menu and supplies on […]
Graduation invitations and announcements have begun to find their way to mailboxes and “Pomp & Circumstance” will be the theme song of the month. Whether you know someone graduating from high school or college this year, a gift is a way to show your support for his or her strong ending and to contribute to […]
If you or someone you know is a mother, then you can thank Sonora Smart Dodd for envisioning a day when all mothers can be honored for the contribution they make to so many people. Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate not only you as a mother (if you happen to be a mother), […]
“The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” Valentine’s Day is nearly here and whether you are preparing a meal for your one true love or for your whole family, one thing is for sure – a thoughtfully prepared meal is a terrific way to let them know how much you value them. […]
This is a post I wrote last year on this very day. The message is the same: it is time to prepare for the New Year! My husband likes to keep the Christmas decorations up through New Year’s and every year, I think I will try to make it until then. However, the decorations that […]
Pets don’t ask for much – a little food, a little water, a little exercise, and a lot of love. However, they are members of the family, and while everyone is opening presents, it can be fun to show your pet(s) how much you love and appreciate them with something special. Here are some ideas […]
This activity has been at the top of our family’s Advent Activity Calendar since my children were very small. Now that they are bigger, they still enjoy creating these chains, in fact we made our chains just last night! It is a fun activity that turns into a festive decoration for the dining area, den, […]