What could be more magical than a Christmas-themed amusement park?  I truly can’t think of anything.  Once when I was about 6 years old my family took me to one in Colorado.  I still have memories of the park to this day!  Here are a list of a few Christmas-themed amusement parks here in the [...]

To me Charlie Brown transports me back to the sweet memories of my childhood.  Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and Christmas specials always warm my heart.  To prepare for another joyous holiday season I was searching online for cute Christmas clips.  I came across Charlie Brown Christmas and it just about brought a tear to my eye. [...]

(ARA) – The holidays are about seasonal traditions and making merry with family and friends, but sometimes it can be overwhelming to have so many events to attend and to-do lists to complete. In fact, more than 80 percent of Americans find the holiday season to be “somewhat” or “very” stressful, according to an About.com [...]

(ARA) – We all fondly remember it – young Macaulay Culkin defending his home from rough and tough burglars Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern with a fake dinner party, booby traps and even a hot iron. But while “Home Alone” is a fun holiday movie to watch, it’s also a good reminder of the dark [...]

(ARA) – Like the song says, little things mean a lot, especially during the holidays. A greeting card with a heartfelt, handwritten note, a tin of homemade cookies – these simple gestures speak of the holiday spirit. During the holidays, the little things you do – or don’t do – can also mean a lot [...]

(ARA) – From baking cookies with loved ones to caroling through the neighborhood or celebrating with family and friends, fond memories of holiday traditions abound. Each year, scents, sights and sounds promote the season’s spirit – continuing long-standing traditions and creating new memories. Here are some ideas for stimulating your senses and evoking the warmth [...]

Every year I look forward to the new Christmas movie releases.  This year the big one seems to be Arthur Christmas.  It’s the animated movie from Sony Pictures about the family that makes Christmas happen – Santa’s family, that is.  I really like the looks of the movie from the trailer.  I think this would [...]

One Magic Christmas is my all time favorite Christmas movie.  It is about the story of a lady who has forgotten the meaning of Christmas and about the angel who must make her remember. Yes, it is a little sad at times, but overall it’s a very sweet and touching movie.  It stars Mary Steenburgen [...]

(ARA) – ‘Tis the season for gathering and celebrating. If you’re hosting a party or get together with family or friends, get your home party-ready in no time with these simple tips that will be a breeze to tackle. Make a lasting first impression – the entry way of your home will be heavily trafficked [...]

(ARA) – As 2011 begins to wind down, the hectic holiday season is only getting started. It is important to remember that the beginning of winter means more than just presents and Black Friday – it’s about kicking back and celebrating family, friends and good food. This time tends to be packed with fun and [...]