Sometimes how you decorate your Christmas tree is almost as important as what you put on it. Be sure to make a note about any traditions around this event. Pay special attention to the stories around your own childhood memories as you work on bringing Christmas into your home. In my house, we always had… Read More »

Holiday music is so much fun and can really help set the mood for the holidays! Whether you create a new playlist every year or only listen to your all-time favorites be sure to get that information into your December Daily album! If you are looking for new music this year, Pandora and Songza are… Read More »

We are quickly entering the season of lights and giving, but you can still take a moment to reflect on Thanksgiving and think about what you are thankful for before the Christmas season gets going in full swing. This can be especially fun if you do any fall decorating – you are likely in the… Read More »

Let’s face it. Pinterest is a game changer for crafting, and Christmas crafting is no different! Do you have a Christmas planning board on Pinterest? Have you completed any Christmas Pinterest crafts? Be sure to note how/if Pinterest has changed your holidays. Photos Screenshot of your Pinterest boardCompleted projectsPinterest-inspired decorations Journaling How has Pinterest changed… Read More »

Everyone has dreams of a perfect Christmas – it could be a white Christmas, or a puppy under the tree, or maybe it’s just having the family all together for the holidays. Whatever they are, we should put them in writing to at least acknowledge them! Photos A Self-portraitYour dream item or event (feel free… Read More »

It can be really important to stay organized during the busy holiday season. There’s just so much going on, from buying presents, to party planning, to making travel arrangements and more! Planners can be an easy and efficient way to get and stay organized while you navigate the next month! Be sure to check out… Read More »

The Sunday after Thanksgiving typically marks the beginning of the Advent Season. Many churches will celebrate the Hanging of the Green as they prepare the building and grounds for the Advent services over the next 4 weeks. Anyone can use this time between Thanksgiving and December 1st to get a jumpstart on decorating. Pull the… Read More »

A manifesto is defined as a public declaration of intent. This season, take some time to make some goals about how you want to spend your time this holiday season. Be realistic and make sure you make some goals that involve caring for yourself. Photos Your manifesto, printed and displayedNotes about holiday goals Journaling What… Read More »

Today is Black Friday in the U.S. It is so named because this was traditionally the day that retailers started making a profit for the year as Christmas shopping picked up. Many Americans will brave the crowds and general craziness to grab gifts on sale today. Now many people consider the day after Thanksgiving the… Read More »