Day 11 – Gratitude is the Reason for the Season
Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated by Canadians and Americans. Though the origins are different, the sentiment is essentially the same. Thanksgiving is a day set apart to celebrate the…
Day 10 – Boundaries – The Key to a Joyful Season
There you are, minding your holiday business when someone’s dysfunction crashes into your spirit. There’s a lot of Grinches and Scrooges out there and they have the potential to rub…
Day 9 – Make the Season Fun by Choosing a Theme
There are so many ways to have fun during the holidays. From hayrides in fall to watching the Nutcracker ballet in winter, there are plenty of opportunities to make the…
Day 8 – Money-Saving Dos and Don’ts for Happy and Financially Healthy Holidays
One of the fastest ways people get overwhelmed during the holidays is by overspending. Being financially unprepared for the holiday season leads to bad habits and poor choices that have…
Day 7 – Empty Nest Holidays- Redefining the Season When Kids Grow Up
There’s nothing quite as magical as the holidays when your children are home. When they are little, the holidays are filled with wonder and delight as you witness them through…
Day 6 – Three Alternatives to Traditional Holiday Celebrations
Depending on where you live, there are typical ways to celebrate the holidays. Friends, family, and culture all influence how special days unfold and what foods and activities usually accompany…