Winter Hibernation By Sharon B
Something pretty interesting happens in the animal kingdom this time of year…something that you might recognize. As they do every year, all sorts
Another Round of Paganism By G Williams
TRUTH and UNDERSTANDING - An electronic magazine of real knowledgeMillions, perhaps billions of people will once again run full throttle
Character Gifts By Dionna Sanchez
Last year I did something for my family on Christmas Eve that I had never done before. I had gotten inspired from a sermon at church about creati
Caring For and Planting a Balled in Burlap Christmas Tree By Michael McGroarty
Tis the season when lots of people drag a real tree into their house and decorate it. Some people buy live trees that are balled in burlap instea
The Many Faces of Santa By Marilyn Pokorney
Santa Claus actually started out as a version of Poseidon, Greek god of the sea, known as Neptune by the Romans. Early Greek sailors feared him.
How to Save on Gifts and Make Christmas Affordable By Steve Diggs
There's a reason why churches frequently arrange to have me present the No Debt No Sweat! Christian Money Management Seminar in the late fall. It
7 Tips for Staying Sane over the Silly Season By Jennifer Jefferies
Christmas is coming very fast now, so here is the last newsletter for the year with the Sanity Savers required to get you through in a sane way.
Holiday Traditions: Please Pass the Stuffing and a Double Portion of Your Time By Beth Rimstidt
Traditions, we all remember them. Aunt Mary's traditional pecan pie at Thanksgiving...going to grandpa's house and climbing into his easy chair t
Things You Should Consider When Planning Your Thanksgiving Celebration By Shauna Hanus
When planning for Thanksgiving dinner there are so many things that need to be considered. You need to plan the turkey, side dishes and pies. Th
Holidays, Remembering Once And For All! By Sandy Baker
Do you feel forgetful? Many people become so wrapped up in everything that they have to do that the simplest of things can be forgotten. It rea
My Thanksgiving Turkey By Dorrie Ruplinger
The Thanksgiving turkey – why is it the cause of stress for so many people? I know I am not the only person who has viewed that turkey as my ene
Business Gift Basket Ideas By Kathy Burns-Millyard
Selecting appropriate business gifts is often more challenging than selecting gifts for family and friends. There are more forces at work and th
Christmas Gift Ideas: Gift Baskets that Rock! By Heather Durner
Christmas is fast approaching, with the inevitable; "What am I going to get them?" dilemmas. Are you tired of fumbling around with tape, ribbons
History of Thanksgiving and the 1621 Harvest Feast By Lance Winslow
Many people have heard about the history of Thanksgiving in the First New England Colony. It was very cold those first few years and the Mayflowe
5 Creative Ways to Enhance Your Holidays By Brook Noel
Simmer Scents: Kitchen Potpourri is easy to make and a delight to have filtering throughout the house. Place a pot on the simmer burner of your r
Get Ready, Get Set, Go - Recipe Strategies for the Rush Hour Kitchen By Brook Noel
As the big day approaches, a little advance planning can save us from headaches and stress. Use these three simple steps to organize and prepare
Take Two or Ten: Focus and Reflect on Your Holiday Goals By Brook Noel
While Charles Dickens’ images might flash through your mind, most families also experience “War of the Roses” moments during the holiday season.
Gift Giving and Receiving Etiquette By Kathy Burns-Millyard
In life, it is customary to celebrate joyful events with the exchange or giving of gifts. Despite which end you are on, the act of gifting can b
Thirty Totally Free Gift Ideas By Kathy Burns-Millyard
Stop laughing! Not all great gifts have to cost a fortune. In fact, some of the best are absolutely free. Skeptical? Well, here's proof with
Give The Kids A "Dress-Up" Box Of Costumes For Christmas! By Marian Lewis
Give the kids a "Dress Up Box" of costumes for Christmas!Sew costumes to wear all year long and create lasting memories!Halloween i
Thankfully, an Organized Thanksgiving By Susan Stewart
Outside the weather is cooling down and the days are glorious. Inside, however, Cindy feels anything but glorious. The countdown is 3 days befo
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year By Catherine Spelling
With the Christmas season fast upon us, it is time to start decorating our homes in the festive spirit. Many families use the same decorations y
The History of the Christmas Card By Catherine Spelling
The Christmas card, as we know it, originated in England in the year 1843. An artist named John Calcott Horsley was commissioned by Sir Henry Co
7 Things to Avoid the Holiday Blues By John Seeley
Seven things to keep you from falling into the Holiday Blues.Each holiday season there is an expectation from people to reconnect with fri
'Tis the Season for Giving – A Brief History of Why We Give Thanks By Elizabeth Smith
Thanksgiving is on its way to a dinner table near you. But have you ever truly understood why we “give thanks” on this food-filled Thursday? Most
Gift Cards - Does The Perfect Gift Need Perfecting? By Mark A. Askew
You have a list of folks you want to send gifts to. Many are out of state. Then there are your immediate siblings. Some you know well. Others? Y
Halloween Safety Tips and Info By Frank G
Everyone wants to have a safe and happy Halloween holiday for themselves, their friends and their children. Using common sense and safety measure
Wait Costumes Are for Christmas Too! By James Newton
Christmas costumes are fun too! We all had fun dressing up for Halloween, but did you ever think about Christmas costumes. Imagine your kids comi
Why Buy an Artificial Christmas Tree? By Frank Ross
Artificial Christmas trees have undergone vast improvements in the past decade (much to the dismay of the live Christmas tree business). Artific
Collecting Christmas Ornaments Creates A Roadmap of Memories By Dorrie Ruplinger
Starting a collection of Christmas ornaments for a child, someone special, or for yourself can help recreate fond memories each year as you decor
