…family than a workplace. Not in sense that we all know who to avoid at the Holiday party (we do), but in the sense that we’re all used to working closely together. Chelle and Alissa are supporters of team-building exercises and have created office activities that help take away from the day-to-day. Whether it’s a guest speaker, a happy hour, or the “BG Lunch Table”, where a team of employees cooks a seasonal-themed meal for the rest of the office,…
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…ere is no Earth, there is no us. That’s why Earth Day is such an important holiday. It forces us to take note of our limited resources and do our part to make this planet a better place. Since it’s almost Earth Day, what better way to get into an eco-friendly frame of mind than with forty-four fascinating facts about Earth and its environment. Before we start, don’t forget that your window treatments can be eco-friendly and energy efficient, too!…
…sual incantation of hope. And I can’t forget thick hot chocolate on chilly holiday mornings, sung a cappella (don’t ask me to sing each chorus of Carol of the Bells, because I will), carols sung by Tom Petty, in fact, soulful chants of any origin. When asked what I wanted for the holidays this year, my request has remained the same: peace and love. Let’s celebrate to remember why we’re here. Oh and presence over presents. Unless, of course, your p…
…nd a few things that can add a female touch to the unofficial male-centric holiday of the year. Source: Lawn Starter The Prop Bets No, I’m not talking about the possibility of the Broncos keeping the game within a 4 point spread or even who will win the game. Spare me that prediction. Prop bets are the weird things that no one really pays attention to unless a few bucks are riding on these bets. Although the official list has not been released yet…
…re thinking about all the gifts that need to be purchased and wrapped, the holiday baking that is on your mind and fretting about all the decorations that are still wrapped in tissue paper. My list can just be one that you can file away and refer to it when the sun becomes too bright and glaring or you have finally had too many restless sleepless nights from the annoying street lights at night, creeping around the edges of flimsy drapes. Perhaps,…
…r for family, goodwill, snowmen, hot cider, and of course gifts! For every holiday party or family gathering you are invited to, it seems a gift is always in tow. Why not tackle the Twelve Days of Christmas and more with a gift-wrapping room or station inside your home. Sounds intimidating? No worries, it couldn’t be easier. 1. Find the perfect space Don’t think you need to devote a whole room in your home. Look around for any open space. It could…
…ources: Ultimate Christoph, Little Piece Of Me, Nodi D’autore, Vimedya 11. Holiday Card Display 12. Gourd Lamps 13. Pairs of Anything: Symmetry is always a good thing 14. Something Sparkly 15. Shutters Sources: Made By Mood, Handbox, Crate and Barrel, Name List, Ali Express 16. A Breakfast Nook 17. Ikat Pillows 18. Flea Market Finds 19. Monogrammed Anything 20. A Gallery Photo Wall Sources: Home Decor Design, The Graphics Fairy, Red Elephant Cloth…
Today is May Day and I am gorging on flowers and surprise as this holiday lets us fall in love again with little ways to bring smiles into our day. Many of us grew up with this special time of the month to make handmade flower cones or weave strips of paper to create May Day baskets. Then, we pluck a few flowers from our garden, stuff them into our whimsical baskets, sneak up to our neighbor’s or friend’s house, hang our special surprise, ring th…