Sometimes we can get a little bored from our tired tree and classic decorations, so we are always looking for new and exciting ways to decorate for the Holidays! We’ve found a few unique ideas that we think would be just dandy in an Abilene home. The Hanging Christmas Tree. If you have limited space or are looking for a dramatic table top experience this tree … [Read more...]
Elf on the Shelf
Embrace the Elf: Making Magic and Memories By Kate Martin The first time I laid eyes on the “Elf on the Shelf” box at a Hallmark store, I wanted one. Always a sucker for a good holiday tradition, I snatched it up and brought it home that day. For those unfamiliar with the Elf on the Shelf, this small stuffed elf is adopted by a family and lives with them for the … [Read more...]
Working On Christmas
The familiar scenes of Christmas – lazy mornings, squeals of joy from children glimpsing Santa’s deliveries, family members bustling in the kitchen to prepare a meal… and the car engine revving to head off for a day of work. In some retail jobs, emergency responders and a handful of other professions, Christmas day is just that. Another day. Holly Irvin is a … [Read more...]
Best Practices for Holiday Family Gatherings
Thanksgiving approaches. Halloween is over and your extra eager friends are already listening to Christmas Music. Families are planning to gather for Thanksgiving. While for the most part family gatherings are a time for loving reunions, they can also be one of the biggest holiday stressors. Here are a few tips for handling the family gatherings to come. Step … [Read more...]