Christmas with Kids

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76: BEST Holiday Lights – LED changes color!

Author: Mama Elf | Filed under: entertaining, planning Monday Oct 10,2011

          These color-changing LED lights are the most interesting lights I’ve seen available! Each light changes color, they are cool to the touch, and you can use them indoors or out. If you’re looking for something to spruce up your tree this year, try these lights! Your family, friends, and other [...]

99: To host or not to host

Author: Mama Elf | Filed under: entertaining, general, planning Saturday Sep 17,2011

If you are hosting Christmas, do everyone a favor and give them some direction, but not too much direction. I can only imagine what situations might have caused Thanksgiving hostess Marney to pen this letter! With a little planning, you should avoid most of those and do it gracefully. People appreciate knowing your expectations ahead of time. [...]

100 Days Until Christmas!

Author: Mama Elf | Filed under: general, planning Friday Sep 16,2011

It’s hard to believe, but it’s that time of year to start thinking about Christmas. Check back with us every day for useful information on planning, shopping, and celebrating the most wonderful time of the year! Where will you be spending Christmas this year? Will you be at home? Traveling? With family, or friends? Now [...]

39: Christmas Caroling Party Action Plan

Author: Mama Elf | Filed under: entertaining, general, planning, traditions Saturday Nov 15,2008

I asked my sister about her favorite Christmas tradition and she replied very quickly: “My favorite tradition is caroling (Are you surprised?). I have done it every year with the kids and other friends on the Sunday before Christmas. We take the guitar, jingle bells, any other instruments on hand, and friends who can harmonize [...]

44: Find a Church Home

Author: Mama Elf | Filed under: general, religious, traditions Monday Nov 10,2008

The Christmas season is a wonderful time to find a church home if you don’t already have one. You can do better than showing up at Christmas and Easter. Find a church family that feels right and dive in! Get involved.

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