This year is a very special Mother's Day for our family. My daughter-in-law, Mariah, and my son, Jonathan, welcomed our first grandchild to the family on March 18, 2020! So, as you may have guessed by now - this edition of Friday Finds is dedicated to all the moms of the world. We appreciate you for all that you do - the tireless dedication to raising your children, teaching them, being a … [Read more...] about Friday Finds – Mother’s Day 2020
Holidays and Seasons
We love a reason to celebrate - and what better reason than holidays? Everything from national to federal holidays and everything in between. We cover them all including the four seasons!
Planning A Fun, Festive Event
It is getting to that time of year again when there is one thing on everybody’s lips… Christmas! You turn on the television and you are met with a wealth of festive adverts. You walk into your local store and there are Christmas chocolates and displays laced everywhere. The festive feeling has well and truly taken off. Photo by cottonbro from Pexels One thing a lot of people like to do … [Read more...] about Planning A Fun, Festive Event
Simple, But Different Gift Ideas
Photo by Daria Shevtsova from Pexels With this time of year comes a lot of panic about buying the right gifts. But when we feel like we've run out of ideas, it can be difficult to find the present to end all presents. Sometimes we've got to figure out a different way. Buying gifts doesn't mean having to buy the same type of thing every year. It's about being thoughtful but in … [Read more...] about Simple, But Different Gift Ideas
6 Gifts That You Can Buy for Your Loved Ones This Holiday Season
Gifts are an essential part of a healthy and loving relationship, and among other reasons, they communicate the feelings that words sometimes fail to translate. The holiday season is a great time to reinforce and revive relationships, and gifts play a vital part in this process. You can find a whole range of specific gift ideas, especially during this holiday season, and they can be … [Read more...] about 6 Gifts That You Can Buy for Your Loved Ones This Holiday Season
Squeezing The Most Value Out Of Your Christmas Spending
Photo by Gary Spears from Pexels Christmas is almost here, and with that comes the need to plan our financial spending and scheduling to a T. Even those with money to burn are likely interested in making this event the most wonderful version of Christmas they can, particularly because it heralds the start of a new decade. As such, searching for value with care and diligence can be a wonderful … [Read more...] about Squeezing The Most Value Out Of Your Christmas Spending
Christmas Gifts For All The Family
It’s that time of year again when you have to put your thinking cap on. What on Earth are you going to buy your nearest and dearest this Christmas? You could opt to play it safe with a voucher or some cash but this is boring and shows a distinct lack of thought. Alternatively, you could go for something a little more exciting. You need some help with your gift-giving. It’s challenging to think of … [Read more...] about Christmas Gifts For All The Family
Christmas at Kohl’s
I love this time of year. Some people may think I'm crazy, but I would love to be able to bottle the holiday spirit and pass it out when people start getting snippy with each other. I mean come on - wouldn't it be just amazing to have that warm and fuzzy feel-good holiday spirit happening all year long? Can you just picture how much kinder, nicer the world would be? There is a downside to the … [Read more...] about Christmas at Kohl’s
The Life in a House Manual to Surviving the Holidays
I inadvertently caused a reader over on our Facebook page to have a bit of a panic attack when I mentioned all the Black Friday ads that were already hitting the internet. Having been there, done that, for more years than I care to remember, I'm imparting an article chock full of wisdom for those of you sitting there either inhaling a fistful of Prozac, drowning in a sea of paper lists for … [Read more...] about The Life in a House Manual to Surviving the Holidays
How to Prepare for Black Friday Shopping
Before you know it, my friends, the holiday season will be upon us and the deals and savings will abound. With Black Friday falling on November 29 this year, the Black Friday ads are going to release later than usual. While that gives you a breather in October - I mean seriously, who hasn't seen the Christmas decorations and trees out already with the Halloween stuff? - before you know it the … [Read more...] about How to Prepare for Black Friday Shopping
The Unsuspected Halloween Accidents In Everyday Life
Are you already counting the days until Halloween? With less than two weeks to prepare, it’s fair to say that the yards in your streets should have by now exhibits creative and fun decorations. But you still have some time to get the last details ready! There is always room for one last carved pumpkin on the porch or to add the final touches to your Halloween costumes. However, if you’re … [Read more...] about The Unsuspected Halloween Accidents In Everyday Life
12 Office-Friendly Halloween Costumes
No matter how laidback and relaxed your company is, figuring out a clever Halloween costume that is also work-appropriate can be a bit of a headache. In fact, it can be even more difficult to navigate the waters of unspoken rules and expectations as you enter the office on All Hallows’ Eve. To pull off an HR-approved look, you’ll want to steer clear from anything too revealing, too tight, too … [Read more...] about 12 Office-Friendly Halloween Costumes
Support the 2019 Toys for Tots Campaign
October 1, 2019, marks the official kick-off of the Toys for Tots 2019 holiday campaign and will run through Christmas. The U.S. Marines and volunteers will be conducting 812 local toy collection and distribution campaigns in all 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands. View this post on Instagram "Toys for Tots began in 1947 as the … [Read more...] about Support the 2019 Toys for Tots Campaign
