I didn’t mail as many Christmas cards this year as I have in years past. Less than 15, so if you got one from me you’re one of the lucky few. 😉 I did buy a ton of Christmas and winter stamps, though! The new “A Charlie Brown Christmas” stamps are my favorite! I don’t […]
Christmas
New study shows Americans prefer food to holiday presents (I know I do!)
Del Monte provided me with a gift as a thank you for sharing this information with you. It’s my favorite (and most delicious) time of the year! Preparing holiday meals is an extremely important tradition in my family – it has been for as long as I can remember! The mouthwatering casseroles my grandma would […]
Maura’s new ornament
Our elves have come back to visit, but not even they can put me in the Christmas spirit for some reason. It’s just been one of those weeks, you know? Every year since my daughters were born, I’ve bought a new ornament for both of them, and sometimes one for my husband and myself. My […]
Celebrating Christmas on the Potomac at National Harbor
This is the third post in a series I’m writing as a National Harbor ‘Funbassador’, but all opinions (and photos!) are my own. For the days leading up to Christmas, I try to plan a fun activity to do each and every day with my kids. From making a gingerbread house, to baking cookies and […]
Holiday photo cards from Shutterfly – now in Spanish! [with a giveaway]
This is part of a sponsored campaign with Shutterfly and DiMe Media, however, all opinions expressed are my own. This may be the first year that my holiday cards go out early! Before Thanksgiving, even. One more thing I can check off my to-do list. I’m so happy with how they came out, and really […]
Idina Menzel – Holiday Wishes
There’s nothing like listening to your favorite holiday songs to put you in great spirits this season! This is why every year around this time, I like to add a new holiday album to our collection of Christmas music. Today, it’s time to let it go and “Let It Snow” with Idina Menzel! The voice […]