The Winter Solstice is December 21, bringing with it a different significance to many people. An American school child may remember that it is the shortest day of the year, the first day of winter. To the ancients it was the most powerful day of the year, of great astrological significance. Pagans did (and still [...]
Tags: bells, candles, celebrations, Christmas, Christmas tree, Gifts, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, mistletoe, Newgrange, pagans, traditions, Winter Solstice, Yule
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For preggy moms who are panicking on how they’re gonna don their supermom apron when it won’t even fit over their expanding belly, forget about it. The Christmas party you’re hosting, the numerous presents you’ve wrapped, the baking marathons you’re planning, it’s ok to take it easy or say no them.
Remember that you’re energy may [...]
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Week 2’s winner was Ryan Patrick !
Runner-up: Gabriella and Giovanni
Runner-up: Mika Lynn
Thanks to all the babies (and their parents) who participated in this weeks round.
From now until January 14 we will be accepting entries for January’s contests. January’s theme is Winter Fun!
The contest is free so enter your babies picture today! Or just [...]
Tags: Christmas, contest, December, Holidays, Photo Contest, round 2 winner
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During the busy holiday season, I’ve found that when you need to order specific gifts for kids, like board games, video games, and sports jerseys, it’s best to save yourself the hassle of running around. Instead, place an order online. With these gifts, it’s not the thought that counts—the kids have already done the thinking.
Save [...]
Tags: Add new tag, budget, Christmas, Gifts, giving, holiday, Shopping, toys
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We have never been in the habit of using credit cards to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. We’ve given more when we had more, and given nothing when we had nothing. As my father said to us during our last Christmas with him, “Your presence is my present.” But most of us know it’s [...]
Tags: Christmas, economy, Gifts, Holidays, lay offs, mall, North Pole, RIF, Santa, St. Nick
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