shopping shop local Ok – I am sure you have last-minute shopping to do and with the weather and a slowing post office you are pretty much out of time to order on-line – SO …. please shop local. If you are quarantining to have grandma for Christmas dinner then call your favorite store and […]

It’s easy to turn on the news these days and feel disheartened. It seems it’s getting harder and harder to find people of strength, empathy, and a strong character. So it is no surprise that Dolly Parton’s name has been popping up a lot lately. Now more than ever we need her strong heart and […]

to read One of my favorite blogs that I follow is The House that Lars Built. She has the best Christmas crafts if you are looking for something to do while staying safely at home. The DIY Christmas Friendship Bracelets are perfect for homemade gifts for your kids to make. to listen I love all […]

When it comes to Christmas I am anything but traditional. Lots of color and whimsy are more my jam! The classic standards are great, but I have a list of lively Christmas tunes that will make you boogie in your car, which is sure to embarrass your kids (if your into that sort of thing). […]

Growing up my parents always gave us pajama’s to open up on Christmas Eve and we would put them on and my dad would read us Twas’ the Night Before Christmas. It is a tradition that I have tried to keep up with our kids. Here is a gift guide with pajamas for everyone in […]

FOOD giving In the spirit of the week of Giving Tuesday – I would love to encourage everyone to donate to their local food bank if you can. They always need help but this year it is extra vital. Also since I am on the food theme if you are a foodie make sure to […]

Small business Saturday is a win-win for everyone. You can find great gifts for everyone on your list and support the small businesses you love! Here is the list of my favorite small businesses. Jasper Hill Cheese For the person who has everything – send them some yummy cheese they can eat while they are […]

My daughter has told me that I don’t know what teens want and that all they want are devices and device accessories … but if you are looking for alternatives – here are some other options. *This post contains some affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I might earn a small commission, […]