4 Ways to Avoid the Winter Blues

We get it, a vacation to tropical beaches is not in your forecast this winter and you are longing for the hot sand in between your toes. Beating the blustery weather blues is sometimes not easy unless you have an outsider’s perspective.  When the cold and dry weather...

Fun & Free (or Almost Free) Winter Family Activities

The winter season brings varied weather challenges to different regions, but the same challenges to families everywhere: “what can we do together as a family” is the question that rings out after ringing in the New Year. Most families need to work within a budget...

Giving Art as a Gift This Christmas

The art of giving at Christmas time is often a challenge. However, those who decide to give artwork over the holidays can find that it is one of the more gratifying items to give. Vintage Pieces Vintage art never seems to go out of style. With all of the eclectic...

The History of Christmas Tree

  The Christmas tree is for most people a focal part of the Christmas celebrations – when the tree is erected in the house the Christmas period has really begun. Although it is now firmly secure in this Christian tradition of Christmas its roots arguably...

Guest Post: Black Forest Trifle Recipe

About the author – Manilyn Moreno is a writer and caterer. She takes interest in writing about catering, cooking recipes, and event planning. To read more about her catering tips and recipes, please visit http://www.bettercater.com/ Black Forest Trifle Recipe: A...

Guest Post: How to Make Your Thanksgiving Table Stand Out

Thanksgiving decorations often get overlooked because the holiday is so close to Christmas, the king of holiday decorations. Don’t underestimate the fun of bringing the spirit of autumn into your home. Thanksgiving decorations are so easy to make yourself, and many of...

Guest Post: Awesome Coffee Based Desserts

Coffee is a regular in most kitchens. It is brilliant to drink and even more fantastic to cook with. There are just so many ways you can use coffee when you are cooking. However the best use of coffee has got to be when it is used for making desserts. Even if...