Category Archives: Christmas 2007

I hope you all had a Merry Christmas. I wanted to post a Christmas message, but I was busy with family, which I rightfully decided was more important than blogging. Not that I don’t love you all. This Christmas was … Continue reading →

The kids and I made some cute Christmas cookies (or are they candies?) today. To make these adorable Christmas Mice, gather the following ingredients:Semi-sweet chocolate chipsHershey’s KissesOreo cookiesMaraschino cherries, with stemsSliced almonds Melt the chocolate chips, using whatever method you … Continue reading →

So, here we are with only 10 days left (after today) to get ready for Christmas. Or in my case, I only have 7 because my mother- and father-in-law are coming up next Saturday to celebrate with us. ::sudden overwhelming … Continue reading →

My kids love to make ornaments. This year, the D asked me to buy some of those clear glass ornaments that they sell at the craft store. I did, but I wasn’t sure what to do with them. One idea … Continue reading →

This year, I did something a little different with my photo Christmas cards. Recently, I ordered my cards online. It was a very convenient way to order them. I just uploaded my photo, selected the card, typed my message, and … Continue reading →

Today, the boys and I took a break from our regular routine to watch Martha Stewart’s daytime show. It was great. Technically, it counts as homeschool because we learned a lot of facts about reindeer. Not to mention the home … Continue reading →

Today, when I was making a cup of tea, I was thinking about the best gift ever for the tea drinker in your life: The Sunbeam Hot Shot® Water Dispenser. I hate to sound like an advertisement, but I love … Continue reading →

This is a quick and easy way to create a beautiful centerpiece for your table, or anywhere that you want to bring light and fragrance to the room. You need a chunky, fragrant potpourri, a string of battery-operated rice (LED) … Continue reading →

Last year, the kids and I made these charming Ribbon Candy Ornaments from Martha Stewart. You can view the video instructions here. In my search for the link to that video, I also found that Family Fun has a simpler, … Continue reading →