Even more than your wedding day, having a baby feels like the creation of your own family. And families can create strong bonds through traditions that build meaning over time. Some of us even get teary-eyed remembering mom’s Christmas stuffing when far away for the holidays or remember fondly playing family touch football before Thanksgiving turkey. As a new family, you can … [Read more...] about How to Create a Lasting Tradition for Baby’s First Christmas
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Dads: Beat Christmas Stress
It’s that time of the year again. Come Yule, and you’ll be in a tizzy, harried already with requests that are more like orders from Sergeant I-Want-it-All, like, “Dad, I want my favorite… all my friends have it!” Chances are, the much-feared Christmas stress has already taken root, and is feeding upon your vulnerability. No matter how much you love Christmas, stress and anxiety … [Read more...] about Dads: Beat Christmas Stress
Toasts: Anniversary
As the head of the family, you would often find yourself as the toastmaster at special occasions. And sometimes, you could find yourself particularly challenged. A little preparation comes in handy, and here's one example. The following are some anniversary toasts culled from The Complete Book of Toasts by Paul Dickson, and Crisp Toasts by William R. … [Read more...] about Toasts: Anniversary
How To Capture Thanksgiving With Your Camera
When the Pilgrims gathered in 1621 to give thanks for the blessing of the past year, the seeds of Thanksgiving were planted, and in 1789, President George Washington declared it a National Holiday. We've celebrated this uniquely American holiday every November since. So much for history. What the day has come to mean for most of us is family gathering together over … [Read more...] about How To Capture Thanksgiving With Your Camera
5 tips for the best Thanksgiving ever
Keep it simple – Even if both you and your spouse like a Thanksgiving table over-flowing with all the possible Thanksgiving items, consider cutting back on some items or getting store-bought items. The stress you eliminate will make everyone enjoy the meal more. Involve the kids – There are plenty of things they can do, from baking a simple pie or setting the table. … [Read more...] about 5 tips for the best Thanksgiving ever