When it comes to Christmas morning, the anticipation of unwrapping presents is often rivaled only by the excitement of the breakfast that awaits. There’s something magical about gathering around the table with family, savoring a delicious meal, and soaking in the warmth of the holiday spirit before diving into the day’s festivities. This year, I…
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Holiday Parties & A Sausage Balls Recipe
Ah, the holiday season—a time for laughter, joy, and the annual tradition of holiday parties! There’s something magical about gathering with friends and family, enjoying delicious food, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. From cozy get-togethers to grand celebrations, holiday parties bring out the best in us, reminding us to slow down, connect,…
Holidays at Our House: A Christmas Full of Soldiers
Growing up, the holiday season in our home was more than just a time for family gatherings and festive decorations – it was a time to open our doors and our hearts to those who couldn’t be with their own families. Every year, our home would fill with soldiers who couldn’t make it home for…
Christmas Cookie Decorating for Non-Bakers
The holiday season is upon us, and you know what that means: the sweet aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house, the sound of festive music playing in the background, and—let’s be honest—the sheer panic of attempting to decorate Christmas cookies when you barely know how to turn on the oven. Fear not,…
Deck the Halls: My Favorite Christmas Decorations
Christmas is on its way, and I’m officially deep into decorating mode! Around here, decking the halls isn’t just about sticking to a theme or color scheme – it’s about creating a warm, cozy holiday home with a touch of Southern charm, some sparkle, and a hint of humor. Think twinkling lights, heirloom ornaments, and…
How to Survive Black Friday (Without Losing Your Mind)
It’s that time of year again—the day when hordes of holiday shoppers line up in the wee hours, fueled by coffee and visions of discounts, ready to grab the biggest deals of the year. Black Friday is both a thrilling experience and, let’s be honest, a bit of a circus.
The Sweet Symphony of Gingerbread Cookies
I posted this recipe and article last year but it is one of my favorites so I thought I would repost it again this year for those of you who didn’t get a chance to check it out. The holiday cookie season is almost here (if you haven’t already started) and gingerbread cookies are always…
Post Christmas Breather
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. Families gather, gifts are exchanged, and festive feasts are shared. Yet, as the final strains of “Jingle Bells” fade away, and the colorful lights come down, there exists another, often overlooked, phase of the holiday season: the post-Christmas break. This interlude between Christmas and…
Wishing You a Merry Christmas | 25 Days of Me
‘Tis the season to be jolly! As the world adorns itself in twinkling lights and festive decor, and the air fills with the melodious strains of carols, I want to take a moment to wish you, our cherished readers, a truly Merry Christmas. This holiday is more than just a date on the calendar; it’s…
Christmas 2021 Giveaway
It’s the last month of the year and for most of us it’s also the busiest month of the year! We made it..almost to another year. As a child I never thought about that other than finally get old enough to do certain things. As an adult I am amazed at the end of every…
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