Today is Veteran’s Day. Many children will be home today, wondering why there is no school. Some communities have a Veteran’s Day parade, while others are quiet on this day. There will be a lot of veterans and their families struggling through the holidays this year because of separation through deployment, coping with injuries, and [...]
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Election Day is an opportunity to exercise your right as a citizen and to contribute to the democratic process. Although Election Day may seem to have no bearing on holiday preparations, it is still an excellent reminder of why we should feel grateful this holiday season. Today’s Countdown to Christmas Challenge is to get out [...] Did you “fall back” yet? Do you have clocks in your home that still need an adjustment? If so, adjust those now while you are still thinking of it. You cannot beat a hearty, healthy meal in November where all you have to do is throw all of the ingredients together into one pot (or [...] Even if you feel you are behind in your holiday planning, you can still catch up and be ready. We are taking baby steps so that December will be a fun month rather than a stressful push to just “get through the holidays”. My sister informed me that she had the best recipe for pumpkin [...] There are so many uses for a good pumpkin! They make wonderful pies and baked treats, decorations for your home and porch, soup tureens and bowls, and of course, Jack-O-Lanterns. Today’s Countdown to Christmas Challenge is to visit your local farm stand or grocery store for the perfect carving pumpkin. Then, spread out some newspaper [...] Depending on where you live, the leaves are either sporting their lovely colors or are beginning to turn from green to red, yellow, or orange, and then to brown. The air is turning crisp and we are spending more time outdoors wrapped in cozy sweaters. The Countdown to Christmas Challenge for today is to find a [...] In 1492, Columbus first set foot in the Americas. Many people find that today, in honor of that historic event, they may not have to go to work or their children will likely not have school. Canada has even more to celebrate today – they are all sitting down with their family and friends for [...] Here in the Northeast, Columbus Day weekend is the peak for fall foliage. We have a steady stream of leaf peepers all weekend long. If you are lucky enough to live in or vacation in a place where reds, oranges, and yellows light up the trees, don’t miss the opportunity to be a leaf peeper [...] Craft projects are such a great outlet for creativity. Even if you believe you don’t have a creative bone in your body, the holiday season is a great time of year to let loose your inner artist or crafter. Children LOVE to create and should be allowed to let their imaginations explore through provided materials [...] Put those apples you’ve picked or purchased lately to good use! Apples are delicious and nutritious, they make perfect portable snacks, and they are the major ingredient to some of my favorite desserts. The Countdown to Christmas Challenge for today is to locate your family’s favorite apple crisp recipe. Even if you don’t get it made [...] |
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