Tag: christmas

Holiday Lights In Orange County

It's the MOST wonderful time of the year!  And we just couldn't be more excited which is why we've compiled a list of neighborhoods...

The Best Pies In Orange County For The Holidays

Pie is always a loved tradition during the holidays. With so many traditional and unique options there is usually something for everyone around the...

Here’s How To Make An Instagram-worthy Christmas Tree

Do you look at Pinterest and Instagram and think you can't make your tree look like those on the screen? Well, I'm here to...

The Christmas Countdown Has Begun…But Is It Too Soon?

I’m all for enjoying the holiday spirit well and early. We respectfully dug our holiday boxes out of the garage the day after Thanksgiving...

OC Moms Guide – December 2018

Ok people, this is not a drill. The holidays are here! There are SO many fantastic, family-friendly, and (in some cases) free events happening...

13 Fantastic Gift Ideas For A Toy-Free Christmas

Back in October, I was in the hardware store and there were Christmas decorations that greeted us as we walked through the sliding doors....

Last Minute DIY Gift Idea For Kids

If you're like me, and hopefully you aren't, you're still scrambling to get those last minute gifts covered.  You might be looking through your...

Oy Vey, I’m Hosting Christmas!

As you can guess by the title of this post, I'm Jewish. I was born and raised Jewish, had the Bat Mitzvah, attended Hebrew...

I’ve Got Christmas All Wrong

You know what's not fun? Lying to my kids about Santa and his elves at Christmas when I'm supposed to be teaching them about...

This Holiday Gift-Wrapping Tip Will Change Your Life

When I was a child and still believed in Santa, my favorite thing about Christmas was waking up that morning and running over to...

They’ll Remember How You Made Them Feel

Your kids, your family, your friends - they'll remember how you made them feel. It's the Holidays and if you're like me you're ordering your...

Making The Ordinary, Extraordinary

When my son was 3 years old (he's now 15), my husband and I learned that I was unable to have more children. Ok,...

Garlic Brussels Sprouts – Fall Side Dish Recipe

People tend to back away at the mere mention of Brussels sprouts. But trust me when I say that, when properly prepared, they are...

Establishing Traditions for the Tradition-less

In case you missed it, we are knee-deep in the holiday season. It is certainly beginning to look a lot like Christmas everywhere you go....