Category Archives: Holidays

“Stick To It” Mini Goal Book Craft
plus free printable and a giveaway

stick to it book craft for tracking goals for 1 year

Have you made your goals for the New Year already? Are you serious about them? How many times have you been told that if you are going to stick to your goals, you have to actually write them down–not just … Continue reading

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The Pasadena Tournament of Roses
  A New Year’s Day Tradition

Pasadena Tournament of Roses logo

When I was growing up, I lived in and around Pasadena (outside of Los Angeles in California). Every New Year’s morning, everyone there either attends the Rose Parade or watches it on TV. Many camp out overnight on the parade … Continue reading

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A New Year’s Tradition

I got this idea from Sunny, who seems to always have great ideas for preserving memories. It’s simple, yet keeps a good record of family history that is fun to look back on. Each year at New Year’s, each member … Continue reading

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Crown Jewel Dessert AKA Broken Window Cake

Do you ever get the feeling that all I do is post recipes? That’s how I feel lately. And here’s another for you. All growing up, my mom would make a special dessert on New Year’s Eve that reminded us … Continue reading

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Merry Christmas – A Gift for the World

In the spirit of the true meaning of Christmas, may you enjoy these videos of the birth and life of Christ as told in the King James version of the Bible. This is one of the videos. (It takes a … Continue reading

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Christmas Eve Traditions

Throughout my growing up years we had a plethora of traditions for Christmas Eve. My Mom did everything she could to make it a special, memorable experience. I loved Christmas Eve, almost even more than Christmas itself. Now, as a … Continue reading

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A personalized video from Santa to your kids!

Santa Clause Waving

Technology is amazing! Did you know that now Santa can talk to kids from the North Pole? I was just informed of this last night from a friend of mine. Go to www.portablenorthpole.tv for a personalized 3 minute video from … Continue reading

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Christmas Dinner Recipes

I’m going to take a break from the freezer meal plan for a bit and share some favorite Christmas dinner recipes that you might want to try out this holiday! I wish I had pictures, but alas, the recipes themselves … Continue reading

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Teachers Gift #3: Framed Christmas Tree Printable

Scripture Quote in the shape of a Christmas tree makes a perfect holiday decoration or gift. Continue reading

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Holiday Birthdays

baby in a box under the tree

Did you ever give your kids a sibling for Christmas or their birthday? Do members of your family have birthdays on holidays or during the holiday season? Out of my 5 kids, we’ve got a birthday just before Thanksgiving (but … Continue reading

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