This weekend we are focusing on slowing down, being mindful and in the moment. There has been loads of crafting, knitting, holidaying, little girl laughter, cookie eating and saying no to doing – even though it can be so hard. Our whole Saturday consisted of going to cut down a Christmas tree at our favorite […]
Gift Guide :: Safer Cookware for the family chef
I’m a tricky person to buy for. You see, when I want something I usually just buy it. I realize this is a luxury. But I’d rather save my husband the trip, buy that sweater when I see it and have Christmas morning be about the kids and their homemade gifts to me. However when it […]
Slowing down for a simple holiday season
For the first time in my life I haven’t jumped at the chance to get the house covered for Christmas as soon as the Thanksgiving plates were cleared. The mood just isn’t hitting me. I’m moving at a slower pace. And I think that’s just the way it should be. I finally got a few […]
Our reverse advent calendar
It dawned on me today that our advent calendar is done in reverse as to what is normal for most people. But I think we have a good system, so I thought I would share. When we started our advent calendar it coincided with Eddie the Elf, aka Elf on the Shelf, making his first […]
Frugalissa’s crafty Christmas gift making party
I don’t know about you but Christmas is already on the brain at our house. I’m thinking about what to make for teacher gifts and my oldest daughter, gasp, already mailed a letter to Santa Clause yesterday! Melissa from Frugalissa Finds is ahead of the game on making teacher gifts. Her and her friends got […]