On Santa’s Team
On Santa’s Team is about a lesson taught by one Grandmother to her Grandson on the true meaning of Christmas and Santa Clause. My grandma taught me everything about Christmas. I was just a kid. I remember tearing across town on my bike to visit her on the day my big sister dropped the bomb: “There is no Santa Claus,” jeered my sister. “Even dummies know that!” My grandma was not the gushy kind, never had been. I fled to her that day because I knew she would be straight with me. I knew Grandma always told the truth, and I knew that the truth always went down a whole…
The White Envelope
The White Envelope is a touching story about how a new family Christmas tradition began. In 2016 this post literally went viral and broke our website. The White Envelope is brilliant! I think we will be adopting this tradition. Christmas Story:For the Man Who Hated ChristmasBy Nancy W. Gavin It’s just a small, white envelope stuck among the branches of our Christmas tree. No name, no identification, no inscription. It has peeked through the branches of our tree for the past ten years. It all began because my husband Mike hated Christmas. Oh, not the true meaning of Christmas, but the commercial aspects of it—overspending and the frantic running around…
The 25 Books Of Christmas
The 25 Books Of Christmas I am always looking for new, fun ideas for Christmas. This year, my daughter and grandson are in North Carolina so my mind has been working overtime to make this the best Christmas ever. My grandson, Brandon, is going to be 7 in December. He loves cars, trucks and trains just like most little boys. Something else that he finds joy in is books! He and I would get in our jammies after his bath, pop a bowl of popcorn and cuddle up under a blanket in the recliner with a good book. Sometimes I would have to read it more than once (ok, sometimes…
20 Things A Mother Should Tell Her Son
This List Is Just The Beginning! There are so many things that we look back on and think "I should have told my child that". This list will help you to jog some of those thoughts and start a list of your own to tell your son.
Proper Southern Manners Part 7 (Being A Gentleman)
Many, many people have asked when we were going to post part 7 in the “Proper Southern Manners Series”, well here it is. When you read this, think about some of the things that we hear or see these days from our young men. I know times change, but sometimes not always for the better. We would really appreciate your comments and additions to what you read in this entire series. Discussion is the first step in making a change. Make it a great day, you deserve it! Tracey and Aileen P. S. Part 8 in the “Proper Southern Manners Series” is on Being A Lady (You…
Mummy Halloween Candy Holder
Mummy Halloween Candy Holder tutorial. These little cuties will look perfect on your coffee table to serve up goodies or as candy cups on a table for a kids Halloween Party!! We originally got the directions and idea from Parents.com What You’ll Need 4-ounce plastic water bottle Utility knife Quart-size plastic container Small cotton balls Googly eyes Tacky glue Cheesecloth Scissors Step 1 (Dad) For the mini mummy, use a utility knife to cut the top off a 4-ounce water bottle. For the larger mummy, use an empty quart-size plastic container. Step 2 Glue a cotton ball to the middle of the small bottle for the…
Proper Southern Manners Part 6 (Maintaining Your Honor and Integrity)
Proper Southern Manners Part 6 (Maintaining Your Honor and Integrity) In part 6 of the Proper Southern Manners series we will be talking about two of the things we feel are MOST important, Honor and Integrity! Too many children (and adults to be honest) seem to have thrown these right out of the window. Again, these are snippets from a booklet and are by no means all inclusive. We felt that this would at least give us a good starting point. P.S. Make sure to watch for part 7 in the Proper Southern Manners series, “Being a Gentleman” Maintaining Your Honor and Integrity Keep your word – don’t tell someone you will do…
Proper Southern Manners Part 5 (Courtesy Words and Actions)
Proper Southern Manners Part 5 (Courtesy Words and Actions) Common words of courtesy can take an individual a long ways these days since so few practice them. Some of the common words and actions you will see in the South are: – Say, “Yes sir,” “No sir,” or “Yes ma’am,” “No ma’am.” – Always say, “Please,” “May I,” “Thank You,” “You’re Welcome,” “Excuse Me,” “Pardon Me.” – A man wearing a hat should take it off when indoors. Coaches Paul “Bear” Bryant and Bum Phillips were known for not wearing their hats in enclosed stadiums such as the Superdome in New Orleans. – A hat should also be removed (by…
Two Southern Sweeties
Two Southern Ladies that will share tips, recipes, stories and even a few secrets. about embracing the second half of life.
