May 17, 2024

The Tale of Three Cinnamon Rolls (It’s not what you think)

Dec8

 I woke to the phone ringing. A recorded message announced the first school delay. Snow flakes graced not only the grass, but the roads as well. In North Carolina, that reality rocks everyone’s equilibrium, and as a Wisconsin transplant, I […]

Mothers Day Food Ideas and Recipes

May6

Strawberry Stuffed Crescent Rolls How is it that I’m sharing some of our favorite Mother’s Day Foods and recipes here in hopes that our hubbies and kids will make them for us? Is that a pipe dream? Or maybe we’ll […]

Family Easter Traditions: Make Magical Memories

Apr1

Oh, I love the season of spring. It symbolizes new growth, inspiration and hope of things to come.  Yes, with spring in the air, it means that Easter is almost here.  A time to celebrate God’s goodness, but also a […]

Ever So Fun & Inexpensive Table Centerpieces (perfect for Easter)

Mar12

I’ve shared this post idea previously, and it’s still one of my very favorite frugal and creative ways to bring a touch of Spring to my decor. Honestly, for one dollar worth of seeds, you can create the most fun […]

Countdown to Christmas – Gingerbread Man Chain tradition

Dec1

Gingerbread Man Chain – This is a wonderful way to organize your holiday To-Do list so you can actually enjoy the festivities. Make a paper chain with 24 gingerbread men, and write the numbers 1 through 24 on the front of each one. Make a list of all the things you need to do during the month of December and write one on the back of each gingerbread man

Gratitude Leaves: Thanksgiving Tradition (Free Printable)

Nov6

The Leaves of Thanks – There are some traditions that are timeless, and the Leaves of Gratitude is one of these kinds of traditions. We can never show enough gratitude toward each other, and the purpose of this simple tradition is to add to the splendor of the Thanksgiving meal.

Back to School Ideas and Traditions

Aug5

source Simple traditions weave together one’s family tapestry into magical memories. By establishing a few Back to School traditions, your children will look forward to this special day with a renewed sense of excitement. This is especially important for those […]

Easy “Love Note” Muffins (Special “Any day” Tradition)

Feb4

Often, in this world of Pinterest perfection, we forget that it’s truly the little things that create the biggest memories. For over five years, I’ve shared my desire to build up a legacy of simple memories and traditions that become […]

Create Your Family’s Holiday Gazette: Fun, Family Activity in an Hour

Nov18

Did I hear that you got off the hook for hosting the big Thanksgiving event? You breathed a sigh of relief, but still desire to create something fun and special for the extended family during your gathering. Why don’t you […]

Easter Basket Trail: Easter Morning Idea

Mar29

Easter Morning Idea: Follow the Ribbon Tradition It’s so simple to make magical memories with your children and I had such fun reminiscing, as I just loaded last year’s pictures. Why don’t you take just a few minutes to add […]

The Best Christmas Present Ever

Dec27

The white lights twinkled on the tree, Christmas carols played softly in the back ground, and my mom bustled in the kitchen pouring eggnog and plating cookies. The stage was set for a most memorable Christmas Eve, and I could […]

Christmas Chocolate Mice (Sweet Treat Recipe for anytime of the year)

Dec12

“Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.” Well, maybe those mice aren’t pitter-pattering in your house, but in ours they sure are… Our Children’s choir concert reception stirred […]

Scrapbook Paper Christmas Tree: Best 10 Minute Craft

Dec10

For years, shouts from behind the closet door have been taunting me. “Please, I want to be your friend again. We used to be besties. I promise, you won’t regret it.” But alas, I have ignored those quiet pleas and […]

The Advent Jesse Tree: Jesse Tree Ornament Ideas

Dec3

Traditions play a role in our family’s tapestry in dynamic dimensions. As a traditions consultant for many years, I can share traditions for every holiday and celebration that you can think of, and most likely, many that would never cross […]

Fun Father’s Day Food Ideas

Jun12

One Minute Smiley Face Pancakes With Father’s Day sneaking up on us this Sunday, our goal is make Dad “King for the Day.“ Our family tradition for all personal celebrations begins with breakfast in bed, and that never has to […]