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5 Reasons I Put Up My Christmas Tree Before Thanksgiving
I am going to admit that I am one of “those” people. I will put up my Christmas tree the weekend BEFORE Thanksgiving. I know, I know…I have heard all about it from someone very close to me….my...
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5 Ways to Make Elf on the Shelf Work for YOU
Elf on the Shelf is something I started doing at my house 3 years ago. I had read some articles about it and thought it looked like a fun new tradition. I was naive….. The first 2 years Elf on the...
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Homemade Photo Ornaments
We buy our kids a new ornament every year. It is fun to pick an ornament that has a special meaning for that year of their lives. This year I decided to make them each an ornament with a picture of...
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5 Reasons Exchanging Gifts with Your Spouse is Important
My husband and I exchange Christmas gifts. During our 17 years of marriage we have chosen to NOT give each other gifts a few times…and I always regretted it on Christmas morning. I know that a lot...
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Best Day EVER
I have one Christmas that stands out above all the others in my life. I was in third grade. It was 1983….and I had ONE wish for Christmas. I wanted a Cabbage Patch Doll. For those of you who...
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DIY Vintage Christmas Tree
So I have developed a huge love for vintage “junk” the past few years. My husband and I go “antiquing” for vintage stuff when we have time. I have wanted to do more decorating at Christmas with vintage...
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Tips for Making Your Dollar Go Further During the Holidays
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GPHolidayAtHome #CollectiveBias I think everyone agrees that expenses can get outrageous during...
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Why a Family Cookbook Makes the Perfect Christmas Gift
This post is sponsored by CreateMyCookbook; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I was so excited to get our new family cookbook in the mail! It turned out BETTER then I could have hoped...
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How to Have a Stress-Free Christmas Tree Decorating Tradition
This shop/post has been compensated by Collective Bias, INC. and The Coca-Cola Company, all opinions are mine alone. #KrogerPizzaDeal #CollectiveBias I LOVE putting up my Christmas tree. Typically our...
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Wooden Spool Craft Ideas for Christmas
I have a real love for wooden spools. Finding them at antique malls, garage sales and thrift stores really make me smile. There is a whole bag of wooden spools in my craft room and I need to get busy...
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The Best Crock Pot Candy Recipes
Many people think that crock pot candy only refers to Crock Pot Peanut Clusters, but that isn't true at all! There are many kinds of Crock Pot Candy and I think you will enjoy trying out these recipes...
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Reindeer Treats for Christmas
The season for reindeer is approaching quickly. Reindeer go hand in hand when it comes to Christmas for kids. My kids LOVE the reindeer poop cookies we make every year. This year we are going to make...
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Good Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids
Filling stockings is one of my all-time favorite things to do at Christmas. I look long and hard to find special items for my family's stockings. The problem is that it can be difficult and very...
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Santa’s Address & Printable Letter to Santa
Christmas is coming the goose is getting fat! Did you sing that song when you were a kid in elementary school? We sang it every year and even did it as a round, LOL. The fact remains that Christmas...
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Grinch Cookies
I never get sick of watching the Grinch at Christmas time. With a new Grinch movie out this year it is a great time to make some easy Grinch Cookies. These are made with Nutter Butter cookies or...
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DIY Christmas Garland With Styrofoam Balls
A great way to get kids more involved with the holidays is to do some fun and easy do it yourself projects. It is amazing how much children LOVE helping us create! This DIY Christmas Garland made with...
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Christmas Swirl Cookies
I love pretty decorated cookies, but I don't love to bake the actual cookie. So I have a shortcut for Christmas Swirl Cookies that will save you time and will look like you slaved away! These red and...
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Santa Clause Games
Kids love Santa Claus. He is a big part of Christmas festivities. With all the parties and social events during the holidays it is good to have activities ready for the kids! These Santa Claus games...
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10 Ways to Help Your Local Nursing Home This Holiday Season
When I was a child, we had a nursing home in the small town where I lived. I remember going there every year and singing Christmas carols. There were donation drives and people were always helping the...
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