Who doesn’t daydream about a vacation? Luckily, there are a lot of ways to find affordable family vacation rentals. With little kids, I’ve found it a lot easier to rent a house for a week instead of a hotel, especially if you have extended family coming too. Hotel stays complicate nap/bed times, meeting for meals, … Read More about How to Rent a Vacation House
Winter Bucket List of Family Activities
In the Northeast, we have short days, long nights, and cold temperatures in winter. It’s the complete opposite of summer and therefore, a lot of time for fun and cozy or chilly and adventurous family activities. *This post contains affiliate links. As they say, there’s no bad weather, only bad clothing, i.e. all you need … Read More about Winter Bucket List of Family Activities
Where to Buy Seeds for Your Garden
The holidays are over and green thumbs have started to itch. It might not be time to get in the dirt just yet (at least in the Northeast US Zones 5 and 6) but gardeners can start planning and preparing. One of the most important steps is to review your notes about last year’s harvest, … Read More about Where to Buy Seeds for Your Garden
In Praise of a Slow Holiday
Before Thanksgiving, I was talking to a friend of mine about the holidays. Three days before the big turkey day, we still didn’t know where we would be going. My parents, who are close-by, have hosted the holidays for decades and in recent years, my sister and I took turns hosting at our homes. I’m … Read More about In Praise of a Slow Holiday
Host a Holiday Party on a Budget
Are you hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas this year? Is it your first Thanksgiving holiday or are your a Christmas expert? Whether you’re a holiday newbie or eggnog expert, the costs can skyrocket quickly. Here are some great ways to host a holiday party on a budget. Related hosting tips and Thanksgiving planning ideas: 10 Rules … Read More about Host a Holiday Party on a Budget