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Christmas Morning Part II

While I was cooking and baking Christmas breakfast, our son was insistent that we help him find a pair of his “toy” drum sticks.  I insisted that he should check under the tree and see if Santa left a long and narrow gift.  I told him that if Santa was going to go through all the trouble of getting him a drum, that it would be pretty silly of Santa to not bring him some drum sticks too.  Our son searched under the tree but thought that every gift was long and narrow!  After I pointed him to the right … Continue reading →

Save on Gifts at Barnes & Noble’s Christmas Sales

It seems like Halloween was just yesterday, and suddenly, the Christmas sales are starting! Most stores will have at least started to put out some of their holiday items by now. I used to work at a retail job, and I know from personal experience that some stores actually begin receiving their Christmas stock as early August or September. The Barnes & Noble Christmas sales have started, and will remain until Christmas Eve. Of course, the sooner you shop there, the more selection you will have. The holiday season means you will be spending time with family, with friends you … Continue reading →

Trendy Home Made Christmas Gifts

Yes, I know Christmas is still two months away, but what better time to get started on making some great Christmas gifts. Forget the old crocheted pot holders. While they may be nice, they certainly aren’t the most requested on everyone’s wish list. Instead take a look at what the trends say are going to be the hottest requested and given gifts this Christmas season. Home made gifts are definitely in for this season, probably because everyone is so budget conscious. The best part of these trendy gifts is that you can make them yourself frugally. Give gifts of your … Continue reading →

Favorite Sources for Frugal Holiday Gifts (They aren’t thrift stores)

Have you started thinking about getting those holiday gifts? A friend of mine is already finished with her gift shopping. Ugh. I am just not that organized, although I have the best intentions. When shopping for holiday gifts, it is important to shop smart. This way, you can make your money stretch well, and you won’t be faced with high credit card bills in January. Here are some of my favorite places to pick up holiday gifts. Five Below This retail store has a mix of items, many of which make great gifts. For example, I usually find current software … Continue reading →

Eight Days ‘til Christmas

Today is organization day. In discussing clutter previously, I mentioned that it’s important to take out as much as you bring in, in order to keep balance. This is also true when it comes to Christmas or other gift-giving occasions. In other words, it’s time to make room for all those gifts you and your family members will soon be receiving. While many of you have probably already started on this endeavor, for me it seems like an almost endless battle. I have done quite a bit lately, but there just seems to be a continuous supply of stuff. As … Continue reading →

The Christmas Shopping Blues

Is anybody else having trouble finding gifts this season? Living out in the country already means shopping is limited, but this year, it’s even worse. With early predictions that it would be an unremarkable Christmas shopping season, retailers seem to be playing it cautious. Simply put, they aren’t ordering enough of anything to keep shelves stocked, apparently afraid that they’ll get stuck with merchandise that will have to be sold at huge post- holiday discounts. Of course, I do love a good after Christmas sale, but right now, I could use a little pre-Christmas help. I guess I’m going to … Continue reading →

Do You Buy a Joint Christmas Gift?

Christmas is a very happy and jolly time for families and couples. I love the excitement in the air and the decorations around the town. I even enjoy doing my Christmas shopping during the last few days. However once you have been married for several years, especially if you have children, Christmas shopping and gift opening can turn more to others than you and your mate. After being married for a few years, many couples decide to buy joint a Christmas present. In other words, they do not get each other a Christmas present. Instead they choose to make a … Continue reading →

Christmas Shopping for Your Mate

Buying a gift for a loved one can be tricky, time consuming, and complicated. In most cases, spouses want to buy a gift that their mates will enjoy and like. However, in some situations mates buy gifts just to satisfy the responsiblity of giving a gift. Some men are very in touch with the thoughts and ideas of their wives. They know what size clothing and shoes their wives wear and they know her likes and dislikes. They know her favorite stores and how to give her the surprise of a lifetime. These men usually have no trouble shopping and … Continue reading →

Scrapbooking Your Yearly Christmas Portrait

Earlier I posted an article in the photography blog, on The Christmas Photo Shoot. Basically, it is about that time of year again, to start planning your yearly Christmas photo to include in your Christmas cards, or just to keep for yourself. The one challenge I have faced with the Christmas portrait is how to include it in my albums, so here are a few ideas to get you started on creating fabulous Christmas portrait layouts. No matter how you decide to scrapbook your layouts with these photographs, you might also enlist some “behind the scenes” photography too. Have someone … Continue reading →

A Homeschooler and Their Money: Don’t Get Me Started!

Valorie Delp recently wrote about The Cost of Homeschooling, where she detailed where homeschooling costs tend to come from. The people who commented on this blog post seemed to agree with her costs and felt they spent about the same amount. There seems to be a new debate as to how much money a homeschooler should spend. Some feel that there are far too many homeschooling resources in the world, on the Internet, and in the library to spend a thing. Others feel that you get what you pay for. If you spend nothing, your quality will suffer. Still, others … Continue reading →