Romantic Evenings for Dummies

Romantic Evenings for Dummies

Sometimes finding Valentine’s Day inspiration can be difficult, and for the Valentine Vets, the same glass of wine with dinner and a rose can seem played-out.  We want to help.  Here are a few inspired alternatives to the average box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day....
I Do 2: Planning Your Second Wedding

I Do 2: Planning Your Second Wedding

Getting married for a second time is a beautiful thing.  No one is too old, or too late to find their happily ever after.  We all love second chances, and in romance… sometimes that’s just what the doctor ordered.  Planning a second wedding can be as simple or...
Season of Giving….All year for this small business

Season of Giving….All year for this small business

Santa Claus isn’t the only jolly one this time of year. ‘Tis the season when most folks find ways to open their home, donate to causes, or help others in less fortunate situations. As people get ready to bid another year goodbye, they often do an inventory of their...
Making History with Gingerbread Houses

Making History with Gingerbread Houses

Gingerbread Houses Making History Although decorated gingerbread treats had been created for years, the first gingerbread houses were made in Germany during the 16th century.  Many experts believe it was the result of the children’s fairy tale, Hansel & Gretel by...
Creative Ways to Use Pumpkins

Creative Ways to Use Pumpkins

Think outside the Pie Shell Pumpkins are all the rage during the fall season.  Starting in late September through the end of November, they’re heralding the arrival of Fall from grocery stores, farmers markets, table tops aand front porches.   They’re not just for...
Which Cookie Will Santa Like Best?

Which Cookie Will Santa Like Best?

Santa’s Coming SOON! Santa’s going to be coming down chimneys aand looking for those cookies aand milk soon!  We have it on good elf-authority that he’s going to be munching cookies all night long, but he’s having trouble picking a flavor he likes BEST this year.  Can...
Reducing Holiday Stress

Reducing Holiday Stress

A Season for Stress? We sing about peace, joy aand goodwill, but the holidays can easily turn into long lists, fatigue aand grumpy stressed-out adults.   Keep your happy holidays from becoming a Grinch-worthy experience by avoiding common mistakes aand planning for a...