This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Now that we’re officially in November, I’m not afraid to say it — BRING.ON.CHRISTMAS. In my house, the Christmas PJs are coming out as well as the Christmas music! I’ll save the decorating and cookies for after Thanksgiving, but until then, I’m […]
ELF at The Fox Theatre in Detroit November 15-20 {+ Giveaway ENDS 11/6}
“Buddy the Elf, what’s your favorite color?” I’m so excited for this post because let’s be real: ELF totally wins the best Christmas movie ever, right? But what could be better than a movie? A LIVE PERFORMANCE and Buddy the Elf brought to life on stage!!! The hit Broadway show ELF will be on tour at the Fox Theatre […]
4 Gift Rule: TV Appearance on Local 4 Detroit
Some of you may have seen a familiar face on Local 4 News or ClickOnDetroit.com the past few days…ME! It’s always awkward to me to see my face on TV, but this story has a special place in my heart, and can serve as a great reminder to not overspend on our kids this holiday […]
2015 Christmas Events in Southeast Michigan {Ann Arbor, Detroit, Flint and Lansing Areas}
For me, the Christmas season officially begins with music in the van {check}…then shopping {started}…then purchasing a peppermint latte {so much better than pumpkin, right?}…and then I finally start decorating my home {generally after Thanksgiving}. After, I’m ready to focus on the reason for the season, volunteer a bit, and plan some family fun. There are so many neat things to […]
Christmas Tree Cork Painting
I’ll admit – I love doing crafts with my kids. It allows me to get creative, but more importantly, they LOVE it. Seriously, my girls could create for hours if given enough supplies! In fact, most of their Christmas gifts are craft supplies. Bonus since our little projects tend to keep them messy busy while […]
Recipe: Simple Ham Salad
Hope you all had an amazing Christmas. I know I did, and we’re only halfway through {we’re celebrating with the in-laws later this week}. Best part so far? Besides the family time? HAM SALAD. You guys. I love ham. It just may be the perfect meat! To us, Christmas isn’t complete without a ham. But what […]
Remembering Christmas
Dear self, Think back… What do you remember most about Christmas growing up? I remember listening to my favorite Christmas cassette tape with little elves on the cover. The “pa rum pump pum pum” in “The Little Drummer Boy” always made me giggle, as I sang “bum bum bum bum,” instead. I remember helping my […]