How to Start a Thanksgiving Tradition

Does your family have a special Thanksgiving tradition? While many of the things we associate with Thanksgiving may be the same for most people– like turkey and parades, traditions can vary a lot from household to household. My family usually has a later dinner on Thanksgiving (around 4:00). This dinner includes turkey, stuffing, scalloped corn,… Continue reading How to Start a Thanksgiving Tradition

Neighbor Pass-It-On Christmas Gift Idea

If you want to spread Christmas cheer throughout your entire neighborhood, try this pass-it-along style gift. Start out by giving it to one or two neighbors and see how quickly the fun spreads. Try to start it early enough in December so it has plenty of time to spread before Christmas. It is actually quiet… Continue reading Neighbor Pass-It-On Christmas Gift Idea

10 Homemade Gifts for National Grandparent’s Day

[wp_ad_camp_1]   Now that I am a grandparent, I can truly appreciate National Grandparent’s Day, which is celebrated on the Sunday after Labor Day (September 11th in 2016).  This special day was created to honor grandparents and to help strengthen the relationships between grandparents and their grandchildren. The first official National Grandparent’s Day was celebrated… Continue reading 10 Homemade Gifts for National Grandparent’s Day

20 Recipes for National Cheese Lover’s Day

January 20th is National Cheese Lover’s Day! While I do not how or when this observance started, I will happily celebrate by eating some cheese.  Perhaps I will make a grilled cheese sandwich, even though that has it’s own special day (April 12) or perhaps try a cheesy recipe. [wp_ad_camp_1]   The first recipe that… Continue reading 20 Recipes for National Cheese Lover’s Day

11 Fun Halloween Party Game Ideas

[wp_ad_camp_1]   If you are looking for fun Halloween party games, look no further. These games are great for Halloween parties for kids and adults, for classroom activities, or just for some holiday family fun. There are games that you can play without any preparation, quiet games, and active games.  How Many Halloween Candies Game… Continue reading 11 Fun Halloween Party Game Ideas