Gifting doesn't have to be about spending lots of money in fact it really doesn't have to include buying a gift at all. I know in college it was always difficult to find gifts for my group of friends that wouldn't cost me an arm and a leg. So if you are in need of … Continue reading Gift Guide: Gifts Under $25
Having a real Christmas Tree is one of my favorite parts of the holiday season. It is so much fun to pick out your favorite tree and the SMELL- the whole house smells wonderful all season long! The Sunday after Thanksgiving we went to pick out our Christmas Tree from Mulhall's. The plan was to … Continue reading Festive Tree Trimming
This past week Andrew and I headed back to Kearney for Thanksgiving. Andrew managed to take a few days off from work and we were able to visit our families Wednesday-Saturday. I was thankful that we had as much time as we did but it of course didn't seem like enough. We celebrated as we … Continue reading Thanksgiving Together
It is officially the time of holiday parties (Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year's Eve, etc.). During this time of year I LOVE a festive or formal dress for dinners, parties, and various celebrations. Nordstrom always has a great selection of dresses and since they offer free shipping and returns it is easy to order a few … Continue reading Holiday Dresses (Under $200)
With me and my siblings growing up it is harder to get us all together. Luckily we are all able to gather at my parents house this Thanksgiving with my in-laws as well. I am so glad that we are able to share this holiday as a family and enjoy our rare and limited time … Continue reading A Day to Be Thankful For
One of my favorite traditions on Thanksgiving is watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (This year is the 90th Anniversary of the parade and I know it won't disappoint!). Before the craziness of dinner prep begins we usually sit around in our cozy PJs, coffee in hand, and watch the beginning of the parade. Eventually we … Continue reading Thanksgiving Morning: Parade Watching
This time of the year calendars are surely filling up with invitations to holiday dinners, parties, small gathering, and special occasions. No matter the formality of the event it is always appropriate and considerate to bring a gift for the host/hostess along with a thank you note. Depending on your relationship with the host/hostess the … Continue reading Holiday Host & Hostess Gifts
Along with my love of planning trips/vacations, I get my love of planning dinners and parties from my mom. Other than helping my mom with holiday dinners I had never hosted a dinner myself until just a few weeks ago. Once I got the idea in my head to host a dinner for our families … Continue reading Hosting A Dinner Party
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