In early 2014, our family lost our home in a devastating fire. Less than 8 months later we were celebrating the holidays in a brand new home, with that we wanted brand new traditions. My favorite is our tree...
Last Christmas my husband and I decided to cut back a little. In fact, we said no gifts for anyone except our children, and our nieces and nephews. We felt the holidays had gotten a little out of control,...
  Thanksgiving can be a difficult holiday for many vegans... with the sights, smells, and endless questioning by concerned family members.  Hosting vegans at your traditional Thanksgiving meal can be equally stressful.  You want all your guests to feel welcome...
It's that time of year again...where everywhere you go someone is always asking What are you thankful for? Most adults are thankful for one thing... their family. A new addition, a healthy parent, a strong marriage - it can...
His parents. My grandparents. His aunts.  My parents.  This is the reoccurring conversation when upcoming holiday plans are discussed.  I channel my inner Reese Witherspoon each holiday season in regard to her character from Four Christmases.  (Now if I could...
This past week we celebrated our daughter's third birthday. Of course this birthday snuck up on me like a sly little minx. It sounds cliché but when we all say " they grow up so fast" it doesn't hold...
This is a flip on your traditional mom post. Instead of the traditions I share as a mom, it’s about a tradition I share with mine. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday and over the years my family has had many...
Winter is winding down and before the Lent season is upon us it is the perfect time to party. That’s right everyone, it is time for Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)! The day before Ash Wednesday is a time to go...
Christmas is my favorite holiday. It has been for years! I love the lights, the decorations, the traditions, the places we only get to visit between Black Friday and December 23rd. Each year we have our favorites that we...
Hi there, busy momma! If you are anything like me, you are just realizing that there are still a few (if not all) things left on that holiday list to shop for! Whatever you do, do not panic. I have...

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