You've made it! By our countdown, it's the Twelfth Day of Christmas, and time for you to reap rewards of you newly chilled out holiday self. Pat yourself on the back! If you've simplified even one or two things this season, CONGRATULATIONS! As our good friend Angela Stalcup says, 'Progress, not perfection!' (Hear that, Martha Stewart?) Sit back, enjoy... and when someone asks what they can get...

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 be. It all starts online, and then with a quick trip to just the grocery or local drugstore: - donate a hive of bees in your friend's name to...

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 choice. Then, hang it in a spot where your guests arrive or depart. Set out red Sharpies and some small plain cards on a table next...