Like dinner by the tree, dinner by the fireplace is a wonderful option when you need an easy, no-prep advent activity! Having recently finished up our fireplace renovation, there was added appeal for us snuggle up and enjoy it! Cozy, cozy, cozy!!!
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Our annual visit with Santa is one of our most treasured Christmas traditions! We met “our” Santa at the mall several years ago and have hired him to come to our annual cousin gingerbread decorating day every year since. Knowing that was not an option this year, and that this is very likely the last...
Each year as we reflect upon our advent activities, Isla lists dinner by the tree as one of her favorites. It is perfect for a busy day, or when we need to change plans at the last minute. Lights twinkling, music on, we huddle together at the base of our tree and share a meal—...
I love this sweet and simple tradition that is perfect for breakfast or dinner! Simply make one large round pancake for the head, one medium round pancake for the muzzle, two small oval pancakes for ears, bacon for antlers, chocolate chips for eyes, and a cherry for the nose. You could certainly substitute the toppings...
I’m not sure which part of this evening was my favorite: the epic grinchy milkshakes or hiding the ornament in Cole’s underwear drawer for the kids to find! Really all of the evening was great, from the delicious all-green dinner to making the sprinkle covered pretzel rods for our Seuss inspired milkshakes to snuggling up...
