Hosting is not for the faint of heart! Once you’ve done it a time or two…or two dozen…you can start to do it in your sleep. But until then, I’ve compiled a list inspired by my closest confidants that might help get you started if it’s your first time. Create a menu. Are you going for the traditional turkey and ham proteins with sides of mashed potatoes or scalloped … [Read more...]
Holiday Party Ideas
December can be such a hectic time, making sure our people are having a magical month. Amidst all the busyness, those feelings of loneliness and certainly stress creep in. To combat this, plan some intentional gatherings, where we include ourselves in the fun. Even the most Type A personality should be able to enjoy the holiday season! Think of which group would enjoy extra … [Read more...]
Holiday Hosting, Come On In
Growing up, my sisters and I were uniquely trained on hosting a crowd for the holidays. My parents have always opened their home to friends and family celebrating the season. From Sunday School Christmas parties, to family gatherings on Christmas Eve, then again on Christmas day, we became proficient at stacking folding chairs and restocking toilet paper in the powder bathroom. … [Read more...]
Fly Like a Pro
Holiday Travel Tips with ABI Planning to fly out of Abilene Regional Airport for the holiday season? Here’s how to make your flight as smooth as possible, whether you’re toting toddlers, flying with furry friends or just wanting to get the best deal on ticket costs. Don Green, the City of Abilene’s Director of Transportation, said the convenience of flying ABI can save … [Read more...]
Christmas Collections: Janet Bailey’s Santas
Janet Bailey’s collection of Santas is diverse, unique and rich in culture, representing the 20+ nations from which they originated. Bailey, technical services manager at the Abilene Public Library, might not have foreseen that when she received a Santa figurine as a Secret Santa gift during her freshman year at Pepperdine University in 1984. But just a year later, while … [Read more...]