By megret | November 7, 2011 at 8:01 am | No comments
One of my favorite musical genres is Celtic. Probably get it honestly, since am from Scottish and Irish decent on both sides of my family.
There's just something about Celtic music at Christmastime, too. It takes a magical, beautiful time of year and effortlessly...
Posted in: Holiday, Media
By megret | December 23, 2010 at 10:20 pm | 2 comments
(Taking time off to spend with my precious family and friends. See you in a few...
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By megret | December 21, 2010 at 4:57 pm | 26 comments
Target has released a FREE mp3 album available for download right now! You may recognize some of these upbeat, modern tunes: Eight of them are featured in this year's Target television ads.
"Each of the songs captures a holiday experience as told from the perspective of a...
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By megret | December 5, 2010 at 10:51 pm | No comments
We've really been enjoying watching the excellent holiday entertainment lineup offered on ABC Family during their 25 Days of Christmas!
It's refreshing to see a channel dedicate all of their prime time hours to quality holiday programming, entertainment that is...
Posted in: Holiday, Media, News
By megret | December 1, 2010 at 11:56 pm | No comments
You probably read my review of ellaWrap that debuted during the gift guide.
Well, here's a treat for you, my loyal readers:
December 8th, 9th, and 10th (2010) only, you can take 10% off of your total ellaWrap purchase by using the promotional code EW-1024.
Have...
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By megret | November 17, 2010 at 10:45 am | No comments
Since having kids, it's become imperative to us to send out holiday photo cards every year. Everyone loves to see how the kids are growing and changing, and we enjoy coming up with creative poses and shoot locations!
We always ask some of our dear friends to take the...
Posted in: Holiday, Stationery & Papers
By megret | November 13, 2010 at 3:52 pm | 33 comments
If you're seeking some new Christmas music to tuck into a stocking....OR to buy early and have playing at home while wrapping gifts....how about Ben Rudnick & Friends' It's Santa Claus!
Ben Rudnick & Friends have been bringing families, music and fun together in...
Posted in: For the Kids, Holiday, Holiday Gift Guide, Media
By megret | November 13, 2010 at 10:32 am | No comments
Here's a conglomeration of gift ideas I have come across and marked for one reason or another. Maybe there will be something in here for that special someone -- or that someone who's so especially hard to buy for!
Benskee Designs Animal Alphabet Cards
(A shop with a...
Posted in: Holiday, Holiday Gift Guide
By megret | November 12, 2010 at 9:16 pm | No comments
During the holidays in the U.S., an additional five million tons of waste are generated. Of this total, four million tons is wrapping paper and shopping bags.
Lessen negative environmental impact in your own family's holiday gift-giving this year....with...
Posted in: Holiday, Holiday Gift Guide
By megret | November 12, 2010 at 8:46 pm | 70 comments
For any child who likes to put their own personal touch on their gift giving, there's a gift wrap company that let them do just that: My Wrap!
We were recently able to review a My Wrap Kit....we chose the Nativity theme kit.
My Wrap carries a wide assortment of...
Posted in: For the Kids, Holiday, Holiday Gift Guide, Stationery & Papers