Family Traditions: The “Pink” Christmas Tree

by Guest Contributor

In a feat never before seen in my life, a three foot by two foot section of my Christmas tree turned pink this year.

It was my own fault really, on the day I was married I was given a Christmas ornament by my neighbors declaring 2001 to be our first Christmas together. A new tradition started when I opened that little crystal charm on a red satin ribbon, we were going to be Christmas ornament collectors.

Simplifying the Holidays

by Chris Jordan

I’ll admit it. I struggle with this time of year. Striking a balance has never been easy for me. My list of things that I tell myself I “have” to do contains more things than can possibly be accomplished in 25 days, even if I gave up the rest of my life. Yet I feel enormously guilty for all of the things that get left by the wayside.

Holiday Gift Ideas for 2010 (or any year, really!)

by Isabel

If you have been reading along with me all year, some of these gift items may not surprise you. These are items I would either buy myself or own already. Some were sent to me as press samples (which I note below) and others were bought with my own money. Hope you like these ideas and Happy Holidays!