The month of December has so many fun and wonderful things to do! I also love that there are many opportunities to participate in meaningful traditions. A few years ago, I heard about the tradition of “give before you receive”. That is, donate some gently used items before Christmas Day. I thought it would be […]
Let me start by saying how grateful I am for my family. I have never been alone for Christmas, and I doubt I ever will be. My parents have spent quite a bit of money to bring me home for Christmas, and I am so happy they did. I did not want to be alone. […]
It’s not just cliche–Christmas really is the season of giving. Like many other families we look for ways to serve even more during this time of year because, as the kindly gentlemen collecting donations in A Christmas Carol stated: We choose this time, because it is a time, of all others, when Want is keenly felt, […]
Looking for a fun Elf on the Shelf alternative or a simple tradition that helps your family focus on kindness? Tara and Maegan both use Kindness Elves in their homes in December. Check out their individual takes on this sweet tradition! Our Kindness Elves Traditions Jingles the Elf (Tara’s Family) I wanted to do something […]
Looking for a fresh take on delivering Christmas goodies? You’ll love Mariah’s Cookie Ditch tradition! The First Cookie Ditch Delivery I think some of the best traditions are ones you unintentionally create on your own. Near Christmas of 2013, my husband and I wanted to do an act of service. But I was limited in […]
In 2017, I was looking for opportunities to teach my three-year-old daughter about service and empathy. Participating in The Teal Pumpkin Project was the perfect thing to do. What is the Teal Pumpkin Project? This project is a great chance to think about others in a fun and simple way! Many kids have food allergies, […]
My dad had been deployed three times in his 35 years of military service. My mom did a fantastic job running things at home, but my family still needed lots of support during those long months. Deployment is a very difficult event for soldiers and their families. Many of us know someone who has been deployed […]
