I've been getting a lot of emails asking when my gift guides will be coming out and I have to apologize. We've had some set backs over here. See exhibit A.. Yes, that is an enormous Cedar tree that fell onto our house earlier this month. Luckily no one was hurt but, needless to say, it's been quite the project. Add to that my daughter's swim team, youngest's soccer, and oldest's TWO basketball teams and you get the picture. So today I want to … [Read more...]
24 Super Low-Prep Advent Activities For a Fun (and Low Stress) December
I am always super gung-ho about doing an activity Advent... before December actually starts. By December 5th, I am regretting all of the super involved crafts I had planned, like building a gingerbread house from scratch, and wishing for a simple activity like singing Christmas carols instead. Then I feel like a failure because I can't do everything I had planned. December just gets too busy too fast. Advent activities are supposed to be fun, not stressful. They should help you connect … [Read more...]
A Veggie Tray for the Holidays
Headed to potluck after potluck this season? Looking for something that's easy to assemble, festive AND healthy? … [Read more...]
Free Printable: Advent Calendar with Jokes for Every Day
Advent calendars have become such a HUGE part of Christmas these days - have you noticed? We've tried several variations over the years from our DIY Freezer Paper Stencil Advent Calendar and our Family Activities Advent Calendar to LEGO Advent and our Reading Advent Calendar This year, though, with three kids including a 7 month old, I'm opting to go the super simple route. This free printable Christmas Joke countdown will take zero effort from me once it's up and I can feel great about that … [Read more...]