reduce stress this holiday season

The holiday season can be a wonderful time filled with joy, family gatherings, and meaningful traditions. However, it can also feel overwhelming and leave us stretched thin. If you find yourself dreading the stress of the season instead of savoring its magic, you’re not alone. Today, I’m sharing three straightforward tips to help reduce stress… Continue reading reduce stress this holiday season

cookie decorating party: a fun Christmas activity

Just before Christmas Break for the past few years I have hosted a cookie decorating party for my girls. They each invite a few of their friends and have a fun couple of hours frosting pre-baked cookies, pouring copious amounts of sprinkles onto their creations, and consuming way too much sugar. Hey, you’re only young… Continue reading cookie decorating party: a fun Christmas activity

Disneyland at Christmas: everything you need to know

There’s something extra magical about Disneyland at Christmas. Truth be told–it’s my favorite time of the year at the Disneyland Resort. If you’ve ever been to the Happiest Place on Earth, you know it’s special anytime of year. However, during the holiday season, the magic gets a little bit brighter, the decorations a little more… Continue reading Disneyland at Christmas: everything you need to know

WinterFest tips for California’s Great America

Our family loves all things Christmas and there’s plenty of festive fun to be had at California’s Great America. Now through December 31st you can experience all the holiday magic at the Bay Area’s favorite theme park. Keep reading for all our WinterFest tips for California’s Great America in Santa Clara, California. This post is… Continue reading WinterFest tips for California’s Great America

DIY postcard ornaments for Christmas

I love collecting postcards when we travel, especially when we visit a new national park. They’re like little pieces of art. Plus, they’re so fun to send to family and friends! I even used to collect postcards and I have an entire 3-ring binder stuffed full of postcards. As I get older though, I’ve become… Continue reading DIY postcard ornaments for Christmas