Joy to the World is definitely a great song to describe the spirit of Christmas amongst our family and friends. Even if you don't have much and are wondering why everyone is walking around with a smile on their face and you just want to yell "Bah, humbug", I think if you pondered for a moment your blessings you would also discover a glimpse of joy! One of the many "Joys" in my world during this Christmas season is that I am utterly thankful that Christ came to earth and I am so glad years ago ... continue reading...
DIY Christmas Village Craft: From Paper Bags
Every year my boys beg me to purchase a Christmas Village after we come back from viewing the amazing display at The Christmas Store which I am sure it cost $1000's of dollars but they don't understand that. We like to frequent the Christmas villages as a part of our holiday outing especially if they have trains and now our 2 year old screams in amazement. This year I went online looking for ideas on how to make one. I found one at my favorite kids magazine Family Fun and I was inspired and ... continue reading...
The Truth about Teacher Gifts
The little girl didn't have much. She lived in what you would consider high-end "Projects" if that exists. Her home was built in the smack dab center of a middle class neighborhood. She came from a family of five trying to survive on the income of a butcher. The little girl loved learning and she was always blessed with wonderful teachers, well except maybe that one teacher in 3rd grade who made fun of her braided pigtails. For the most part her teachers were a fountain of encouragement. Not ... continue reading...
Cranberry Bliss Bars Starbucks Inspired
White Chocolate + Cranberries = Yumminess! This is what I crave once we hit November all the way through January. "Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudel Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings These are a few of my favorite things." Julie Andrews Now a few of my favorite things are White Chocolate, Cranberries, Chocolate and Caramel....... This recipes screams WINTER! You can follow along ... continue reading...
Home Decor: Frosted Bottles Using Salt
I am really loving spray paint these days and all the fun projects I have recycled! Frosted Bottles is my latest project. Who knew salt would be the perfect home decor craft supply for the holidays. I didn't spend any money on this because I had all of the material on hand. This is going on our dining room mantle. Actually, I can't decide if I want it on the mantle or as a center piece for our dinner table. It was really easy but just make sure you use good glue otherwise your salt will keep ... continue reading...
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