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    The Ultimate Christmas Gift Giving Guide

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    I struggle every year with what to get my nieces and nephews for Christmas. They are all fortunate that if they have a need it is fulfilled so gift giving tends to be well, boring. So now I am in the search for unique gifts that will hopefully wow vs. a gift card blah. Here are a few I have come up with! Kidstir– Teach your child to cook with this monthly subscription box that includes kid-sized cooking tools, kid-friendly recipes, a cookbook binder to keep all the recipes, and more. This subscription box is more affordable than some others, and you can turn the cooking into a fun family…

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    Do you want to make sure that your kid’s bedrooms are nice and organized? Maybe you just want to make the most out of the space you have but you just don’t know where to start.  Either way, this is the guide for you. Get Creative Vertical storage is very good if you have a small space. Make sure that you invest in some floating shelves so that you can put books or small toys on there without things looking cluttered and unorganized. If you can, you also need to invest in an over-the-door organizer. Sometimes you can get big sacks that are designed to store washing. There are even…

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    Pexels Image   Having your little one is a joyous occasion in life, but when you get to celebrate their first Christmas with them, it is truly a special moment which you want to cherish forever. So ensuring you have everything in place to make it special, will make it a memorable Christmas. Here are some ideas to inspire you to enjoy your first Christmas with your little bundle of joy.   “Note this is a collaborative post and I am receiving compensation. Some links added are not my own and if you follow they are to ad’s & or Websites that are selling products” “Some of the links below are…

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    I had the pleasure of visiting one of our local restaurants the other day and had their version of a Monte Cristo! To say I was mind blown is an understatement so I had to come up with my own version and share it with y’all of course! I mean how rude would it be to not do so?  If you want to make your French Toast ahead of time follow this recipe (uses brioche bread) then stack your sandwich and make more like a grilled cheese ensuring the cheese is melted and gooey! If you still have leftover turkey or ham and need ideas for how to mix it…

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    It’s that time of the year where we’ve all got to come together and enjoy the company of our family and friends, and that should be something that’s easy to do! Christmas isn’t the same for everyone anymore, and it can be hard to get yourself into the Christmas spirit, which is why you’ve got to put the extra effort in! There’s no jollier time of year, and you’ve got to embrace it for what it is, which is Christmas! Of course, not everyone celebrates it, but that’s no reason to not be jolly! Everyone can partake in festive activities, as they’re great fun for all. “Note this is a…

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    This is the easiest and creamiest pumpkin pie you will make! Serve with cranberries, raspberries, or your favorite whipped cream recipe for a pie that will make everyone’s taste buds happy!

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    I love the versatility of shortbread cookies! I love them even more dipped in chocolate! I took these one more step and added peppermint because my little one loves it! He had one of these cookies and did a happy dance singing these are the best cookies ever! He is four so any cookie is a great cookie, but it made me smile. Anyhow, you can dip these or leave them plain. You can sprinkle sugar or other fun toppings prior to baking too. These are also the perfect shortbread cookie Christmas recipe! I know Santa will love these cookies! Enjoy y’all!   Super easy and tasty shortbread cookies! [amazon…

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    Need a unique dessert? Well this one is it! It is perfect and so easy! I am asked if you can substitute cranberries but I promise even a non-cranberry lover, will love this pie!!! Super simple and so yummy!   Hands down the best cranberry pie recipe you will ever make! Even those that do not like cranberries, will love this! Want to make sure you never miss a post from us? Join the list and be the first to know! Subscribe Here!  

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    I am guilty! Guilty of doing something that I just need to stop doing! What is that you ask? Comparing my childhood to my kids! I am constantly wishing my child could grow up how I did and well, it is silly really. The times are so insanely different and he will not be able to experience the same things that I did because, the world has evolved. We don’t live in a world of firsts, at least like it was in the 80’s and 90’s. We had the first of so many things but he will not know the difference. Everything will seem like a first and wild new…

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