You’ve hit the wall with the mall. Too many people. Not enough parking. Besides, who needs another tie or bottle of cologne anyway? Maybe it’s time to do some good with your gifting! This is one of my favorite ways of all. Let me show you how simple it can...
Everybody wants to get in on the action when you introduce this fun, simple idea from our friend Marsha Peterson of MyTradeSecrets.com. Make a quick stop at your local craft store (or the holiday aisle at Target) and buy a simple plain wreath, green or twigs, your...
And a final thought from Cindy. This year, maybe even more than most, we understand that this is the TRUE message of the holidays we celebrate. “Life is a gift. You should make time to enjoy the ones that you love.” In the wrapping of the presents,...
This great idea is from our friend Cindy Edwards who blogs at PaulaDeen.com. It’s a decorating tip for an easy and inexpensive holiday centerpiece that will last for days, keeping you ready for company at a moment’s notice! Place a Christmas garland...
Here are some words of wisdom from our friend Cindy Edwards. While she’s the guru of all things mannerly at PaulaDeen.com, she wasn’t always picture perfect at the holidays. Maybe we all can learn from her experience adjusting expectations a bit?...
Cindy Edwards tell us it really helps her if she anticipates a bit! We all knew Christmas was coming. so why did we wait till the last minute? (Hear me talking to myself here?) “I find that if I plan ahead a bit, l feel more relaxed and in control. I’ve...
Yep, it’s happened again. Just 5 days till Christmas and yes, I did know it was coming, thank you. But the photos reside in the camera and the cards are still a design in my mind. Well, I am giving myself a gift this year. I am not sending Christmas cards. I may...
You know the truth. YOU are the one who makes Christmas happen. After all, where would Santa be without someone to feed and clothe all those busy little elves, right? To keep them in line, and to organize those thousands of letters into spreadsheets of all the toys...
Freezing, in fact! Want to make your holidays easier than ever? Just hit the freezer! That’s right. Every meal you cook, double up and put the second in the freezer for a night you just can’t stand the thought of thinking up another meal. Some of the...
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