It can be quite difficult to get the perfect gift for that special someone. Especially if they are really into a fandom that you don’t know much about. While some people prefer traditional gifts like jewellery or books, others prefer… Read More ›
Xmas
Silhouette Designs
Saw a design that says: I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, but if the white runs out I’ll drink the red See this and other Xmas designs for cheap at: https://www.silhouettedesignstore.com/view-shape/105970
Top Ten Xmas Displays 2016
Every year, families and governments around the globe decorate their homes and cities to celebrate the Xmas season, and every year the best of such displays are posted on YouTube. I won’t be writing about each individual display, as I… Read More ›
Xmas Playlist
My Xmas playlist on YouTube. I hope you enjoy the music and that you have a safe and happy holiday.
Top Ten Xmas Movies For Kids
Xmas is a time for family, yes, but when you add children to the mix, it becomes extra special. Nothing can build holiday excitement faster than seeing the wonder on small faces as they watch the Xmas lights or visit… Read More ›
Top Ten Xmas Movies
The holidays are almost upon us. As they approach, we will engage in many pastimes peculiar to the season. We will shop for gifts, sing Xmas carols, decorate our home and indulge in the treats we might normally… Read More ›
Dear Jesus
As an apology for not posting anything last Monday, I am giving you a second post today. This post is to promote a website I came across, called Christmas Day. They have loads of information about Xmas, decorations and celebrations… Read More ›
Coconut Ice
‘Tis the season to indulge, and what better way to do so than with a classic Xmas treat, Coconut Ice. Pleasing to the eye, and containing enough sugar to satisfy even the sweetest tooth, this is a holiday snack your… Read More ›
Tree
I got to help Dad pick the tree this year. The one I chose took up the whole backseat. I didn’t mind. It meant I got to sit in the front with Dad. Still, we drove home slowly, ‘cos the… Read More ›
Gifted
You close your eyes and take a deep, shuddering breath. Your ears strain as you try to convince yourself that the house is empty. A low moan sounds from beneath the tree, causing your breath to hitch. Slowly, softly, you… Read More ›
A Series of Unrelated Snippets
Butterfly and Annie have been watching an anime called Food Wars recently. Since I have been reading and writing in the same room as the television, I have caught several glimpses of the anime. The food on this show looks… Read More ›
Santa Knows
Sarah and her thirteen-year-old sister had been fighting a lot this year. This happens when you combine a headstrong two-year-old, who is sure she is always right, with a young adolescent. Sarah’s parents, trying to take advantage of her newfound… Read More ›
Top Ten Beautiful Christmas Trees
Christmas trees are a fairly standard sight in the home of anybody who celebrates that particular holiday, and many stores and public areas around the world also wow the public with these beautiful decorations. Every once in a while, however,… Read More ›
Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year
This is the first time I have ever attempted to draw anything beyond stick figures and smiley faces, plus this was drawn with a mouse on a computer, so I had rather less control than a pencil in my hand…. Read More ›
Christmas Comes But Once A Year
Karen woke to the sound of whispering. Rolling over and glancing at the window, she groaned as she saw it was still dark out. “It’s too damned early,” she grumbled to herself. Hoping to get some more rest, she closed… Read More ›
Merry Christmas
I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Whichever holiday you observe, please celebrate safely and enjoy the season responsibly. I wish you and your loved ones health,… Read More ›
How to Wrap a Christmas Present
I absolutely adore giving gifts. It is one of my favourite things about Christmas. However, if you are anything like me, gift-wrapping can be fairly frustrating. I look at all those beautifully wrapped presents on TV or in the magazines,… Read More ›
Top Ten Christmas Carols
There is plenty to love about Christmas and plenty of things to do. One activity that I love is to crank the volume up and sing along with my favourite Christmas carols. Secular, religious, fast, slow, kids, adult, funny, serious,… Read More ›
Winter Celebrations
For those of my readers in the Northern Hemisphere, tomorrow is the longest night (and shortest day) of the year, more commonly known as the Winter Solstice. It is a time of year that has led to the development of… Read More ›
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
‘’Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.’ I wish. It sure as hell isn’t that quiet in our house, let me tell you. There’s no popping off to… Read More ›
Photo With Santa
I could not find my photo of Butterfly’s first Christmas, so here is a photo taken of myself (standing) with my siblings.
Top Ten Xmas Houses
Every year, families around the globe decorate their homes to reflect their excitement about the Christmas season, and every year the best of such houses are posted on YouTube. I won’t be writing about each individual house, as I think… Read More ›
What is the Meaning of this?
CALVIN: This whole Santa Claus thing just doesn’t make sense. Why all the secrecy? Why all the mystery? If the guy exists why doesn’t he ever show himself and prove it? And if he doesn’t exist what’s the meaning of… Read More ›
Sleigh Bells in the Snow
Snow. It means so many things to so many different people. It speaks of magic and Christmas and the sound of children’s laughter; it speaks of cold and darkness and death.
River Canyon Restaurant
Last year we had a bit of cash saved up and decided to go out for Christmas dinner instead of cooking at home. After looking around to see who was open, we ended up deciding on the River Canyon Restaurant… Read More ›
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would… Read More ›
Top Ten Unusual Gifts
It can be quite difficult to get the perfect gift for that special someone. After all, everybody is into different things and, what one recipient might hate, another will think is the best gift they received this year. While some… Read More ›
Merry Christmas
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Christmas Checklist
The Christmas season can be loads of fun but, if you aren’t prepared, it can also be very stressful. Here is the ultimate checklist to help you stay on top of things and replace all that stress with relaxation and… Read More ›
Top Ten Unusual Xmas Trees
Christmas trees are a fairly standard decoration in the home of anybody who celebrates that particular holiday, and how a tree is decorated says a lot about the interests of that particular household. Some homes and businesses, however, take their… Read More ›
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