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Christmas Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect to Be Enjoyable
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Originally published on December 16, 2019. Updated on December 24, 2022. One disadvantage of social media — it emphasizes the relentless pursuit of perfection in all things… If you believe popular media and holiday guides, you may think that everything to do with Christmas from the tree and decorations to the food, and even how you wrap your gifts has to be perfect. That’s simply not true.…
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How to Reduce your Giving Without Feeling Like a Scrooge
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Originally published in December 2019. Updated on December 22, 2022. Being generous is important. There’s no greater time of year to give than during the holidays but it doesn’t take long for the list of opportunities to give to outgrow your ability to be generous. Sometimes you’ve simply got to cut back. This can leave you feeling guilty and fearful you’ll be perceived as a Scrooge. There…
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Tips for Dealing with a Grinch during the Holidays
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Originally published on December 21, 2020. Updated on December 27, 2022. Mean people Suck. That’s been a bumper sticker for years now. It’s true though, mean people steal the joy from the holidays. Sadly, sometimes you can’t avoid Grinches during Christmastime. From rude shoppers and clerks to unhappy family members, there are a lot of people out there trying to steal your Christmas spirit. Dealing with difficult…
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Choosing What’s Best for Your Family During the Holidays…without feeling guilty!
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Originally published on December 2, 2020. Updated on December 20, 2022. There can be a lot of pressure during the holidays to be, do, and have things that may or may not fit into your vision. The thing is, everyone has a unique idea of what merriment looks like and the best way to spend the holiday season. That’s great if it gels with your ideas, but…
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3 Thieves that Rob your Holiday Spirit
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Originally published on December 1, 2020. Updated on December 19, 2022. Everyone starts off with a tremendous amount of holiday spirit. The mere idea of the holiday sparks joy. Knowing anything is possible during the season creates a sense of wonder and delight… right about the time the first pumpkin spice latte hits the coffee shop. Sadly, it doesn’t always take long for one…or more…of three thieves…
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Put the “Happy” into Your Holidays
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Originally published December 1, 2020. Updated on December 18, 2022. The holidays are a wondrous time of year filled with every imaginable delight for your senses. Great tasting food, beautiful décor, soft and fuzzy sweaters, and music that only comes around once per year. It’s no wonder people can’t wait for the holidays to help them escape into a time of family, fun, and festivities. Note the…
