Learn the history of the Christmas pickle tradition and how to easily start your own. It is definitely a young child’s favorite! Christmas pickles are a thing. Odd, isn’t it? Let’s talk about it. History of the Christmas Pickle Apparently, the Christmas pickle tradition, otherwise known as Weihnachtsgurke, originated in Germany. Some sources say that […]
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Ideas for Advent Calendar From Kids to Pets!
Ideas for advent calendar including for kids, dogs, adults, and filler ideas. Start a fun tradition of counting down the days until Christmas! Advent calendars can be a fun and memorable tradition for anyone. With so many different advent calendars to choose from I thought I’d share some top rated and fun ideas I found. […]
Christmas Countdown Ideas: 2 DIY Calendar Projects!
Here are two different Christmas countdown ideas using a Cricut or other cutting machine. They are reusable and can be used year after year! There are a bunch of different ways to do the famous countdown until Christmas. If you have kids in the house, then I’m sure you do some kind of countdown. We […]
What Is An Advent Calendar and Why Do We Use Them?
Advent calendars have been used for generations all across the world, always adding spirited excitement for the holiday season. What is an Advent Calendar? A basic Advent calendar is a board that counts down the days to Christmas. The calendars are usually numbered from December 1 – December 25. Each day, children peel back one […]
The Best Cream Cheese Salsa Dip: Only 4 Ingredients!
This is easiest and best cream cheese salsa dip I have ever eaten! We always get requests to bring it to any potluck or holiday party. With only four ingredients, it only takes minutes to make! In our Christmas Eve post, we mentioned that we always have Mexican food for dinner. A buffet of enchiladas, […]
Christmas Stockings: A Quick History Lesson!
A quick history of Christmas stockings and why we use them during Christmas time. Growing up, stockings were my favorite Christmas decoration. I loved tracing the felt designs with my fingers, loved hanging them on the gold hooks above our fireplace, and loved pulling small goodies out of them on Christmas morning. So, like we […]
Breakfast Christmas Morning: Over 20 Yummy and Easy Breakfast Ideas
Are you looking for ideas for breakfast Christmas morning? Check out this list of pancake, waffle, and french toast recipes to make Christmas extra special! Do you have a favorite go-to breakfast for Christmas morning? Or are you looking for something new to try? Our traditional Christmas breakfast buffet with our extended family has stayed […]
The Best Cinnamon Rolls and Monkey Bread Recipes to Make Now!
Look no further for Cinnamon rolls and monkey bread recipes. Here is a roundup of over 20 amazing breakfast recipes perfect for Christmas or any day! Do you love ooey and gooey breakfast recipes that make you and your family giddy in anticipation? I definitely do! Not that these breakfast ideas should be eaten all […]
Christmas in the Philippines
Christmas in the Philippines, what’s it like? Read through this article and you’ll find out! Just like any time we cover Christmas in another place or in another culture, I totally encourage you guys to check out some primary sources on the topic! What is Christmas in the Philippines Called? Christmas in the Philippines actually […]
The History of Ornaments and Their Part in Christmas
Ever wonder about the history of ornaments and how they became a huge part of Christmas? Let’s dive into some Christmas history! Ornaments: they shine, they break, they gleam, they break, and they break. My little brother and his gremlin fingers have claimed the lives of one too many of these floating atrocities and I […]