The Gift I Want My Children To Remember: Holiday Traditions To Love
Every family has holiday traditions. They're the best kind of gift you could give your child, since they build so many memories....
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The Gift I Never Expected
by Shawna
A few years ago a gift card to a local coffee shop became one of the most thoughtful and meaningful Christmas gifts I’ve ever received....
#GiveJoy | Rochester MN Moms Blog
#GiveJoy this holiday season by providing families of pediatric patients staying at Ronald McDonald House with hope and an extra dose of cheer....
Cultivating a Thankful Family
by Megan Toney
In our home visual reminders are very helpful at driving our family’s conversations and attitudes. Here is one way we help to cultivate a thankful family....
Creating Holiday Traditions with Your Children
I want holiday traditions that will be memorable, but more importantly, I want my daughter to understand why we’re celebrating together as a family....
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Until the Stress Defeats You
by Colleen
Five years ago, after the tree came down, I drafted a list, a list titled, "How to Do Christmas Right." And it changed everything....
It’s National Donut Day
by Allison
National Donut day. My favorite day of the year! Not that I need an excuse to eat a donut. I think donuts are an essential part of life. Let’s...
What does Dad REALLY want for Father’s Day?
Much like I prefer to be celebrated as a mom beyond breakfast in bed, crowded buffet brunch (seriously how much can one mom eat on a Sunday morning?), and flowers,...
Dear Santa: A Mom’s Letter to Old Saint Nick
by Allison
Dear Santa, It has been a while since I last wrote you. Since my very first Christmas my mom and dad have told me you are not real, but I...
Simplify Christmas
by Allison
(This is the only Christmas Photo I have of my children. It’s from 2011.) Christmas traditions are a little loose at our house. I am the oldest of seven...