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***Updated 2023*** I know a lot of people get so caught up in having a wonderful holiday that they get stressed out. You can do some things to make it a little less stressful. Here are a few tips. Set a budget for your gift-giving. For the cookie bakers: you can make the cookie dough ahead of time and freeze it. Wrap as you go: just make sure you label them.  You don't have to go to every party. Sometimes it makes you crazy by trying to fit them all in, just say NO. Politely, of course. Organize and delegate: you can't do it all. If you can purchase gifts in advance, it really helps. Fewer decorations mean less putting away, get it? Don't forget to have fun: make up some games, treasure hunts, etc. Keep your holiday receipts in a special place. If you are traveling on Christmas day, make sure you fill up your gas tank early. Have a few emergency gifts just in case there are extra guests or you forgot someone. Don't forget to enjoy your time with family and fr...

If your looing for something to do one evening, take a stroll Downtown Fredericksburg, VA. The old town shops have wonderful displays of Christmas decorated windows. My husband and I took a stroll Wednesday evening, taking advantage of the beautiful weather. It's a cheap date night if you are stretching your dollars. BTW, they are having a contest WINDOW WONDERLAND, so gather your family, solve the riddle, and enter your responses PLUS the top three favorite decorated storefronts and you could win $1,000 CASH or one of many other prizes totaling over $3,000!  http://www.visitfred.com/window-wonderland If you don't live in the area, take advantage of your small town. They would love your support this holiday season and during the year. Enjoy a few of the windows I photographed, maybe this will spur you on for a stroll this Christmas. Kelly <>< Follow us on  Facebook Follow us on  Twitter   Follow us on  YouTube   Fo...

This is the product we chose to review for various reasons but mainly to be able to add more protein to the diet!   NOTE:  2 out of the 3 sisters got the assignment right --- just sayin' !!! Designer Whey  100% Premium Whey Protein Powder 100 calories  18g protein 2g sugar+calcium , vitamin D and B-vitamins Review #1 (Cathy) I chose to keep with the holiday theme with vanilla flavor  and made  --  Simple Pumpkin Pie Smoothie The recipe can be found on Picky Palate http://picky-palate.com/2013/09/20/simple-pumpkin-pie-smoothie/ Easy as pie !! Put all ingredients in the smoothie maker , blend and pour !! I tasted it before and after I added the protein powder. Cathy's  opinion on Designer Whey protein powder ---- I think this particular flavor is fine. Make sure you add it to something with matching flavor or when vanilla compliments it. Easy to use , dissolves quickly and very slight difference in the t...

I ( Cathy )  am going to make this for our Christmas party !!  Of course, I will adjust it to what I can get -- probably have to do something a little different but should turn out great !!    Looks yummy !!! Ingredients: 10 cocktail sticks 10 cubes of fresh (not tinned) pineapple  1 heaped tablespoon soft, dark brown sugar 1 tsp unsalted butter 70g pack Parma ham approx. 100g good Cheddar, cut into 10 cubes Method Toss the pineapple cubes in the sugar and set to one side. Melt the butter in a non-stick frying pan on a medium heat, and gently fry the pineapple pieces for about one minute, until the sugar has caramelised and the pineapple is golden. Thread the pineapple cubes onto a cocktail stick, followed by a twist of ham and then finish with a cube of the cheese. Follow us on  Facebook Follow us on  Twitter   Follow us on  YouTube   Follow us on  Instagram  

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Just thought I would let you in on our thoughts.  We are considering a give away or contest.  Stay tuned for the information to come in the near future! Have a good evening, Cathy Follow us on  Facebook Follow us on  Twitter   Follow us on  YouTube   Follow us on  Instagram