My kids’ school asked if we could use a hamper for Christmas. Sure! I said, with the four kids and the budget that is tight every month, never mind at Christmas, I could use that help. The organizer sent me a questionaire asking faves of the kids, ...

...semester, the bad news is no new blog. I dipped into the archive and decided to bring something that will get you all into the Christmas [...]...

Rather than the plethora of Seasons Greetings vs Happy Christmas cards, xmas virals and the outrage of ‘how little money actually goes to the charity from most charity card sales’ I thought we’d share this selection of very creative busi...

The latest headlines from the North Pole’s yearly newspaper ‘NP Times’ NP Times Rudolph pregnant after drunken night out...

So it’s Monday and time for pictures. And while I have The Outtakes of the Christmas Card Photo Shoot to share this week, today I have a delicious newborn to share. Say hello to beautiful Lily, ten days old. And look at her sweet smile in the last f...

So, on Thursday was the first storm, and oh, how wonderful and sweet I thought it was. Wow, we haven't had a white christmas in awhile. Michael come and look at the snow. I didn't even mind having to dig...

The latest headlines from the North Pole’s yearly newspaper ‘NP Times’ NP Times Rudolph pregnant after drunken night out...

Ok….two very loved people (kiss kiss kiss!) had their feelings all trampled under my stilettos because I did not include their cuties in the Humor is Sexy column.  They said that I gave The Marine “first choice” treatment because I am ...

In a serendipitous Harry Potter-themed post to follow from my last, Leaky Lounge is featuring a Christmas Harry Potter podcast, first of two parts published today. The Leaky Cauldron and Mugglenet have long been J. K. Rowling's favourite Harry Potter....

This is what I made for my mother-in-law for Christmas (shown hanging on my tree). Tim promised he would rescue it and bring it back home if it was being neglected there. P.S.Take a look at some of my favorite posts from my favorite blogs

Since we've been together, Frank and I have sent out an annual report with our Christmas card. This year, in order to be a little more green, we are putting this on-line. For those of you visiting this blog for...

... someone waiting for them underneath the mistletoe. Regardless, its a pretty sweet episode as Luke and Noah spend their first Christmas together, even if they don't show them kissing any more in situations where any hetero couple would be snogging no...

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Dear Santa, It's been a whole year since I last wrote to you, pal, and you NEVER WROTE BACK. I think I mentioned that when I finally got to meet you a few weeks ago but, you know, I'm two and a half and I forget things. I think you laughed abou...

... him sky divingWhy You're Nice: You always make sure the sleigh is going warp speedWhich of Santa's Reindeer Are You?A Christmas Poem I saw somewhere.On DancerOn PrancerOn Comet..On VisaOn MastercardMerry Holiday Season Everyone. May our kids be v...

"Two more days until Christmas Eve," was the first thing Bunny said when she woke up this morning. She sleeps right between me and J. for half the night each...

The much-anticipated Crunchies nominees have been announced - kind of like an early, unexpected Christmas present - and as a proud Canuck, it’s good to see that a Canadian company made the list. Waterloo, Ont.-based ProductWiki is one of five co...

Inspired by Mr. Fab’s brilliant Postie Poem on the IZEA blog: ‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, No electronics were stirring, not even my mouse My opps were all written, product reviews were all done I was wishing an...

...f fun stuff … geddit? Created by digital agency Poke, who’ve documented the site here. Apparently, there’s a Christmas version on the way soon....

I grew up with quite a few choir and band concerts each year, with our favorites being the ones at Christmas and at the end of the year when everyone was at their best. A friend sent this one to me and I melted back into my old love of organized music. I ...

To all you folks doing your little snow dances so we’ll have a white Christmas - it’s okay, you can stop now. We have enough snow. No seriously, stop, please. Here’s the view from my balcony, during the fall and during the...

So it is almost Christmas. I (We) are doing ok. I have managed to get ready for Christmas despite a stinking cold and everything else. My doctor called me yesterday to tell me I have pneumonia. Great. But at least now I am on antibiotics, so hopefully ...

18″ x 24″ oil painting on canvas, SOLD See all artwork available for sale. It’s a beautiful scene, isn’t it? Maybe for most, but for me personally, looking out my window and seeing a fresh blanket of snow does not make me think joyful...

Well. It's been quite an eventful couple of days here. (When is it not?) Saturday: Wonderboy, O he of uncertain balance, took another tumble and lost three more teeth. Remember when he knocked out a front tooth at the playground?...

December 14th Guild members drove from Douglas to Ashburn Georgia to attend the annual Christmas dinner hosted by Romaine Holly of Romaine’s Stained Glass. After the meal and door prizes we were all treated to glass art demonstrations by artists Rom...

Each Christmas we buy rosemary, a small tree, in a little plastic pot, with a red or gold bow. It's a tradition Jon and I began a while back and I don't recall exactly why, which is ironic since rosemary is for remembrance. Every year we buy it an...

Ever since I can remember, my Mom made Sugar Cookie Cut-Outs for Christmas. In the last couple of years she stopped baking so I decided I’d better learn how to make them myself. I made them for the first time last year and they turned out perfectl...

Copyright © 2007 RT Cunningham. Visit the original article at http://www.untwistedvortex.com/2007/12/22/christmas-humor/. Messing With Santa's Head Leave a plate filled with cookies and a glass of milk out, with a note that says, "For The Tooth...

As the week winds down to Christmas (thank G-d Hanukkah is finally over), I thought it was time for a little fun. One of my copywriting students, knowing of my stand-up comedy background, challenged me to finish this joke: “A copywriter and his ...

I dedicate this one to the Spears family.So not PC but very funny.

Here are two sites that I think will provide kids with a little fun this Christmas. Merlin’s Christmas Someone has been bad this year. They’ve sabotaged Santa’s sleigh and caused all the toys to fall from the sky! But not to worry, for M...

I have to work on December 24th. Don’t feel bad. It’s only for a few hours so that I can work on payroll. That’s the thing about employees. You pay ‘em once, and darn it…they keep wanting to get paid! I will get January 2nd o...

These two are, actually.Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night! See you next week.

Gerri Willis interviews Camille Chatterjee, editor for Parenting Magazine, about getting "more bang for your buck" with safe, fun, cheap and popular gift ideas for children this holiday season.

Yup, it’s that time of the year again. Time for you all to see how the kids have grown over the past year. I’d like to take this time to wish everyone a very merry Christmas! oh and a big *thank you* to all that regularly visit and comment...

OK, maybe I'm not a complete domestic zero.Cordy wants only two things for Christmas: a magic wand, and a ballerina skirt.Have you seen the prices for tutus?No way, not buying one. So I bought the materials and made one. I think it looks pretty good f...

Christmas can be a real challenge when you're raising quirky kids. When your kids get more out of Dirty Jobs than High School Musical, traditional toy stores can leave you in the lurch. Seriously, you want to see my kids... [[ This is a content summa...

...umble and wilt. I've been told that I should feel back to normal in another week, but something tells me this thing called Christmas will manage to wear me to the bone. Of course, it doesn't help that Q. is recovering from a double ear infection a...

Tawnya has passed away today. She is finally free of the pain and while she didn't make it to one last Christmas with her family I know she will still be there with them come Christmas Day.Please keep her family in your thoughts. I will try to post mo...

‘Twas the night before Christmas Eve Eve And all throughout my house Dog hair and toys had taken over I shrugged and said, “It’s time to get soused.” The wine glasses were filled to the brim with care in hopes that a cleaning fairy...

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...ng loose ends at my JOB. This on top of homeschool. Needless to say I'm exhausted but want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and wishing you a blessed year. May the Lord direct your steps and guide your hearts this coming year.Here is a littl...

Why am I not prepared for Christmas? Glad you asked! Best Boss Ever who gives me next two weeks off with pay thus ensuring that this week I'll take it upon myself to crank out three weeks worth of work so she won't regret it. Good friends who wa...

...for the trip, time to...just time. All I kept thinking, when the news was still ringing in my ears, was that I mailed out her Christmas card and package late and she didn't get them in time and I call her on Fridays but was busy last Friday (I don...

...kful and positive no matter what.THANK YOU for making this an incredible year for Business Blog Wire and Know More Media.Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year. ...

Forget, "Happy Holidays", tell everyone you meet, "Merry Christmas"!You may use this post if the following is included: “This material was provided by MTM Freelance Writing. Professional SEO content creation and freelance writing se...

This is possibly the best Christmas gift I've ever given! Got a chance to attend a gathering which comprised mostly of the laborers here and of course, these people are from different nations who left their families back in their hometown for better...

when Christmas is over and I can no longer threaten to tell Santa about all of Sadie's transgressions?Because a year is a verrrry long time to a three-year-old. The constant heightened state of alert would get old.

Gosh, how the days are flying by. I think NaBloPoMo killed my blog! I was so burnt out after posting every day for a month that I just sort of left it for too long! But I haven't been doing... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for f...

Yes, I’m still up.  Go ahead, check the timestamp, I’ll wait… Yup, 2:50 in the morning, thats AM, folks.  Why? Because tomorrow is the day from hell and I put everything off I needed to have ready for it until, oh, 9pm tonight.  My m...

Merry Christmas, dear readers! I’m aware that in most places, Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25 but wishing in advance ’cause I might not be able to blog on Christmas Eve, i.e. December 24, and certainly won’t blog on December 2...

...finished repairs in my apartment had escalated to the point where he was about to seek my eviction. With one week to go until Christmas, this was not [...]...

Well, my mother the eternal queen of DOOM & Gloom has called to tell me that they are awaiting a blizzard at my destination tomorrow. She is hoping we make it. Ever the optimist she anticipates that my daughter and I will spend Christmas with 2 millio...

I made this Pumpkin Bread in little mini loaf tins for my kids to give their teachers for Christmas. It was a huge hit. I promise if you make this recipe you will love it. This recipe makes 5 mini loaves or 2 large ones. 2 cups of all-purpose flour 2 cu...

Following the lead of our Calico Diva, this blogger is going to take it easy for a little while. Be back in a few days… Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from John + Pat (and all the Good Cats)

Inspired by Mr. Fab’s brilliant Postie Poem on the IZEA blog: ‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, No electronics were stirring, not even my mouse My opps were all written, product reviews were all done I was wishing an...

*There were many choices of videos for this song, but I guess I like watching someone actually singing the song if I can find it. I hope everyone has a wonderful, and joyous Christmas. Enjoy. *

IF YOU SEE A FAT MANWho's jolly and cute,Wearing a beard and a red flannel suit,And if he is chuckling and laughing away,While flying around in a miniature sleigh,With eight tiny reindeer to pull him along, Then let's face it... Your eggnog's...

Thirteen Things about RAEI figured I would post my favorite games I like playing that is the one things I love about going to Mk's parents for Christmas we play games after all the gifts are open on Christmas Eve Me & Mk have a game night at home ...

...r putting on dirty clothes, 'cause they just want to. Today just blows, and I'm still sick, and I'm not ready for Christmas, and there's no money, and and and... I'm just tired and having a bad day. That's all. Thanks for liste...

Here is the Christmas card we decided to go with. The cute little gingerbread men at the bottom are part of the animation that Billy made for the parade of lights float at his work. It is adorable! Merry Christmas to all my friends and family! I hope 200...

(If left to my own devices, this is what my Christmas card photo would probably look like. Thankfully, I have a friend who is an excellent photographer.)This is what adorned our cards this year:Merry Christmas from our Trenches to yours!

With some last minute wrapping, cleaning and cooking...I have been super busy over the last couple of days. So, I am going to take a little break for a few days to enjoy the holiday.I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! See you in a few days! Subscribe ...

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Thing One, Thing Two, The Boy and Mini-Me take a pose in the backyard and the best Christmas picture, evuh! The holiday season, for many, is a time for some serious reflection and - especially, if you're a parent -...

My husband and I were talking last night and we decided that there were just two items left that we wanted to get the boys for Christmas. I had actually thought we were through that we had gotten everything, but my husband came home and said something to...

Baking cookies, listening to Christmas music, feeling like Norman Rockwell just took over my house. Kinda nice, actually. # ©2007 The Metamorph. All Rights Reserved..

... Development Partners. Thea has created a great resource with Forward Steps and has put together a special Advent Calendar for Christmas. [...]...

And we’re back! All sites under BigSkyMedia were down for almost 3 days. Huge impact on our blogging… I’ll be back later to post some more about this. Meantime, Happy Friday everyone! Just a few more days and it’s Christmas already...

Come on you know you would love something free this holiday season. Check this blog out http://www.workingmomsagainstguilt.com/2007/12/no-guilt-holiday-giveaway.html

... 4 or more kids and blog all the time. I can't explain how you do it. Unreal. Alec is 5 months and Jack is 3. This years Christmas letter, the only writing I have done lately, will be posted soon.Merry Christmas!...

To tour my Christmas house ...Just hop in the sleigh by clicking hereSee you there!

I got an email tonight from a friend with a link to Digital Aquariums, owned and operated by another old friend of mine, Jim Simon. Jim is a great guy - I saw him in August when I went back...

Well, I didn't exactly stick to my diet yesterday. But I did do pretty well, especially considering it was our co-op's Mom's Christmas Party last night. Lots of yummy food and alcohol to tempt me. Don't get me wrong; I definitely blew the ...

I hope all of you have a wonderful Christmas! I probably will not blog again until after Christmas! So, have a safe and happy holiday!

I am posting this message on all of my blogs this morning. I am making myself take a vacation from blogging. I have been working 6 and sometimes 7 days a week for a year and it is time to give it a rest. My mind and body need it. But it will be hard [...]

I'd wanted go ahead and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! I'll be taking the next few days off, as I'll be going out of town to visit my family. When I get back I'll be posting on some ideas for New Years and winter, and ...

I wish you a hopeful ChristmasI wish you a brave New YearAll anguish pain and sadnessLeave your heart and let your road be clearThey said there'd be snow at ChristmasThey said there'd be peace on EarthHallelujah Noel be it Heaven or HellThe Christ...

Not one more gift to buy, or one more dish to bake, one more party to plan. The season to be overwhelmed. Reading Bonita’s Whatever Happened to Christmas reminded me of a quote I discovered a couple years back. I need to put it on a note card on...

“Are you done with Christmas shopping?” “Well, we’re sorta boycotting Christmas this year. So, I guess I’m done.” Scrunched nose, “WHAT? What do you mean you are boycotting Christmas? You can’t do that! You have small children. What about ...

Bad Poem - but behind one of the links there is Christmas Music. Find the music and then leave a comment telling what the song is!---------------------------Merry Christmas was the words we used to bear.People were saying it everywhere.Out on the street ...

Hope for the Hungry 2007 - Hope for the Holidays - Please partner with Open Door Mission to make this Christmas full of hope for the homeless and near homeless in our community by participating in one of the following Christmas programs. The ShepherdR...

Hope for the Hungry 2007 - Hope for the Holidays - Please partner with Open Door Mission to make this Christmas full of hope for the homeless and near homeless in our community by participating in one of the following Christmas programs. The ShepherdR...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Hope for the Hungry 2007 - Hope for the Holidays - Please partner with Open Door Mission to make this Christmas full of hope for the homeless and near homeless in our community by participating in one of the following Christmas programs. The ShepherdR...

The day before I left for Malacca, went on a shopping spree with Steph & Amber. Oh it is the time of the year that I love most where there's new year & Xmas sales all over. Christmas decorations attacked shopping malls everywhere. We took the...

Winter break has begun. No school, sleep late, eat out, go to the movies, get bored on Christmas day. Not a lot of blogging going on these days around the blogosphere, so in lieu of brand-spanking new creative drivel, I’m offering a variety of sli...

Holiday season, wreaths on the door, way too much recycled Christmas music on the radio--it’s that time of year again-run for your life! I'm always feeling out of time or out of money this time of year--that's one of the...

'Twas the week before Christmasand all through the houseMr. Lady stopped cooking;She felt like a louse.She just couldn't handleone more dirty dish;she took the kids to McDonald's,they all screamed, "Delish!"The next day, off to IHopb...

HI All, We just wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I’m sure everyone is busy cleaning house, preparing food, and confirming travel plans. Whatever you do,... Friends, family, and bloggers can play in 'R' ...

...ith origami? You know, that Japanese (?) art of folding paper into cute items? How about making yourself an origami bunny this Christmas?Check out this wikiHow article "How to Make an Origami Bunny".An origami bunny is not only beautiful, but it...

I will try to remember stuff that's happened in the past few days. If I don't remember, you'll never know, so whatever, LOL. Evan - He was bugging me so much about opening one of his Christmas presents I said "OK, but you cannot ask me ...

MANGO - Accessories Sales Now!!!Are you still not done with your Christmas shopping?I have a good newsMANGO is now having an accessories sales with discount up to 30%And look what I foundThese are absolute must have Don't you agree? Well these are act...

...fts ready for her colleagues, Sunday School kids and well, myself!Here is it…TADA!I guess she has used the wrong wrapper for Christmas gifts…Looks good anyway…Unfortunately, I have yet to prepare any present for them yet…L.A.Z.Y ler…...

You Are a Cranberry and Popcorn Strung Tree Christmas is all about showcasing your creative talents. From cookies to nicely wrapped presents, your unique creations impress everyone. What Christmas Tree Are You? I took this quiz three years ago...

Christmas is a time for giving. It’s a time for love, and a time to spread some Christmas loving cheer. Read on to see how you can participate, have some fun and be in the run to win a prize value of ~US$50, along with some really beautiful stories sha...

So what do you expect from a trading blog during the holiday season? Get a life, pal! It is time to relax and recharge yourself. Let’s get back to trading in 2008. Now, go home, give your loved ones a big hug, enjoy dinners with family for the n...

On the first day of Christmas a loved one gave to me:a baby with plagiocephaly.On the second day of Christmas, a loved one gave to me,2 Pink eyesand a baby with plagiocephaly. On the third day of Christmas, a loved one gave to me:3 nasty coughs,2 pink eye...

Things are heating up here in London. More people are flying in and driving up for our Christmas gathering. Apart from the Carter family from Chichester and the Mark and Hannah Stoney family, originally from Sheffield, everyone else here is...

I've decided that I need a vacation from blogging so I'm going to take one. Have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year! I'll be back in 2008.

We’re just ticking down the time until Santa arrives, mainly staying at Nana and Poppy’s.  It started snowing today like crazy, so maybe we’ll have a white Christmas!! Well, DAAAddy managed to find the specific “little blue ball&#...

Yep, we’re hosting the big family Christmas bash this year. Bought the ham and wine today. Got a nice selection of German and French wines as well as some great Austrian (Stiegl) and Czech (Czechvar) beers. I’m in the midst of planning the ...

Oil on Gessoed Hardboard (Masonite)5" high x 5" wideClick here to bidThe second painting from the Christmas Ornaments Series. I'm really enjoying painting this little gems. Painting reflective surfaces is quite challenging but so interesting...

Here’s a nice Christmas present thanks to Neil, Henry, & Co.: A quick sneaky peek at Coraline, the stop-motion animated feature that’s currently in production at LAIKA Entertainment. (And, for the record, I work at LAIKA/house, the commeri...

In the mold of our Iowa campaigners, Dave the Wine Merchant takes a break from commercial messages to share a Christmas story of boyhood in the Midwest

Photo and Fable copyright Suresh Gundappa 2008 “In celebration of Christ” fable by Suresh: As usual I was getting ready for morning prayer. You know today is special, its Christmas! and I have lot of people to attend to. I have been working as a Bish...

So, I look forward to a Christmas party and guess what happens. I get a cell phone call from my 10yo and he tells me that Quinn woke up from a nap feeling ill….apparently sick to his stomach….and head…and “by God just get thee home...

Holiday shopping is coming to an end, with Christmas just a day away, but retailer s are still not happy with the results of the holidays shopping. There have been lots of foreign shoppers coming to some US cities such as New York City, which has give a b...