Curb the Gimmies with the Spirit of Giving
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Do you ever cringe like the Grinch whenever your child rushes through Christmas gifts and does not stop for a second to say thank you? Society’s commercialized view of Christmas has led too many kids to learn the cultural perspective–get, get, get, a... Read full article
Fall is Here! Ready, Set, Go!
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It’s that time. Not red and green, but orange and black! Despite the humidity and temperature outside, you can see a change in the sunlight that means fall is upon us. We’ve survived another hot Louisiana summer and the payoff is big. Football, good ... Read full article
Cheers to the New Decade
by Toby Comeaux on
New Year’s has always been one of my favorite holidays. As a kid, Christmas is usually the king of all holidays, but as I grew up, I started to enjoy the celebratory aspect of New Year’s, especially New Year’s Eve itself, and now I enjoy being able t... Read full article
Santa and His Magic–In Full Effect for as Long as Possible
by Melanie Lemoine on
When it’s all said and done, if my children have joyful memories, then I have given them a great gift.... Read full article
12 Tips to Tame the Holiday Circus
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Are holiday traditions, parties, volunteer commitments and shopping turning you into a frenzied ringmaster of a runaway circus train? For your sanity and for your health, put the brakes on the holiday rush. Here's how.... Read full article
No Santa Here (Except When He Is)
by Mari Walker on
“What are you asking Santa to bring you for Christmas?” Strangers in the grocery store and well-meaning friends at church ask my daughters this question without fail throughout December. My girls can usually answer, translating the question to the ... Read full article
Teaching Children to be Thankful
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As we approach the holiday season, our minds often turn to things for which we should be thankful: health, family, shelter, friends—all of these things become more important during this time of year. ... Read full article
I Choose Thanksgiving!
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I love Thanksgiving and do not want to hurry it out the door.So, I plan to savor this season until November 24. Then I will focus on Christmas. But until then, you can find me dreaming of green bean casserole, applesauce jello, and rice dressing. ... Read full article
Strategies for a Stress-free Christmas
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Learn how to relieve stress during the holidays.... Read full article