Tag Archives: Christmas

2011 Christmas Aftermath

The hoopla and hullabaloo of the holidays has died down. All of the frenzied gift getting, wrapping and hiding was accomplished successfully — and it was worth the stress. Just seeing our kids bright-eyed and filled to the brim with the anticipation of what … Continue reading

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Santa Speaks to the Naughty and Nice

Send your naughty and nice loved ones a video message from Santa that is so realistic, they’ll think it came from the “man in red” himself. I found this website four years ago and have done it for my children ever since. … Continue reading

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Easter Bunny is Stressed Out

One of the most eye-opening moments I have had as a parent, is how much work it is preparing for each upcoming holiday! From Christmas then to Valentine’s Day and then on to Easter. There’s gifts to buy, treats to … Continue reading

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On the anniversary of my dad’s death

A friend left me a message today.  She wanted to let me know that she was thinking of me on the anniversary of my dad’s death. Do you know that I almost had forgotten? I didn’t make mention of it … Continue reading

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Biz e-Friday Countdown 12.24.10

This week’s very special Christmas Eve Biz e-Friday Countdown highlights some of the winners of Momversation’s Fresh Voice award – a list of some of the mom blogosphere’s best up and coming talent. I am sharing my favorites because there are … Continue reading

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Barfing Baby Onboard

Nothing kills the spirit of a holiday drive to look at neighborhood Christmas lights more than someone barfing in the back seat.  Such was the scene in my minivan last night driving around Dayton. One minute, my children and I … Continue reading

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The 12 Days of Anecdotes – Day 12 “Quest for the Perfect Tree”

People place a lot of emphasis around the annual quest for the perfect tree. Factors like “when” you get your tree, “where” you get your tree, “what” kind of tree you buy, “who” goes on the quest and “how” you … Continue reading

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If Your Birthday is a Week Before Christmas…

My birthday is December 18th. Every year that falls exactly a week before Christmas. From an early age, I learned that having a birthday so close to the holidays had its share of disadvantages. That is because… If your birthday … Continue reading

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The 12 Days of Anecdotes – Day 11 “The Art of Wrapping”

Normally, I hate wrapping presents.  I have never been good at it because I don’t have the patience. When my mom first taught me how to wrap gifts, she showed me two ways to fold the corners, stressed the importance … Continue reading

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The Twelve Days of Anecdotes – Day 10 “Death of a Tree” (Sung to O Christmas Tree)

The Death of a Tree was written in memory of my deceased, formerly beautiful Christmas tree and is to be sung to the tune of O Christmas Tree.   Play Music! O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy leaves are disappearing; O … Continue reading

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