Archive for the 'Celebrations' Category
Advice On Birthday Party Invitations
Thursday, July 17th, 2008Birthday Gifts
The size, types, and emotional impact of birthday cards depend upon who you are getting birthday cards for. You may wish to purchase your card from a discount store such as Walmart if you are trying to save money. Cards that are flashier and generally more expensive can be found in specialty shops, like […]
Tips for Baby Showers - Gifts and More for a Successful Shindig
Saturday, July 12th, 2008Although you can never be incorrect with a classy, traditional baby shower, adorable new trends are emerging that have proven to be successful. From serving strictly fondue lunch or dinner items, to hosting a Hawaiian Luau party, these new baby shower ideas and crazes are fun , hip, and […]
Make Your Own Birthday Invitations
Saturday, June 21st, 2008It’s fun being a kid. There’s really no two ways about it. I watch my seven year old and her daily lifestyle and it’s pretty darn laid-back. She basically gets up for school Monday through Friday, I pick her up at 3:20, she comes home and eats and watches cartoons, she goes outdoors to play […]
4th Of July Fun: Essential Family Guide
Thursday, June 19th, 2008If you’re hosting a 4th of July party, there are hours and hours to fill before the highlight events of the day begin - the fireworks. You’ll want to have plenty of activities and games planned to keep everyone busy and entertained.
There are lots of games you can plan that have a patriotic theme.
Balloon […]
Themed Birthday Parties : What To Do
Friday, June 13th, 2008It is common to use a theme when planning a birthday party. A theme can help to make organizing and planning the party so much easier
The first step in using a theme for a birthday party is to choose on the theme. In some cases it may be simple to choose a theme because […]
Inexpensive Ideas for Father’s Day Gifts
Thursday, May 31st, 2007While it is easy to shop at well known department stores, you can find inexpensive ideas for Father’s Day gifts at your local flea markets. Here you can browse each aisle, and find gifts which you may have on your list; or fine new ideas for gifts as well. Either way, by the time you […]
Father’s Day Handmade Gift Ideas
Sunday, May 27th, 2007Thinking of Father’s Day brings to mind an episode of Bill Cosby in which his youngest daughter, Rudy, made him a clay ashtray. “But I don’t smoke!” he smiled. He went on to thank her anyway and said he would use it as a paperweight in his home office. Thinking of Father’s Day handmade gift […]
Planning a Family Reunion
Friday, May 25th, 2007Are you planning a family reunion? If you have a family as large as mine, you will need to prepare a few months in advance. Here are some tips to help make this reunion a huge success.
You will need to enlist the aid of a few relatives to pull this one off. With so many […]
7 Memorial Day Activities the Whole Family Will Enjoy
Monday, May 21st, 2007Memorial Day is a sober reminder of the men and women who fought and died in the name of freedom. But, it is also a day to celebrate by engaging in a variety of activities.
Here are 7 Memorial Day activities the whole family will enjoy.
1. Have a barbecue and invite family and friends. Red, white, […]
Memorial Day History
Saturday, May 19th, 2007Memorial Day was first celebrated on May 5, 1866 at Waterloo, New York. This was due to the fact that the town commemorated Memorial Day yearly with the entire community engaged in events, including decorating the graves of soldiers with flags and flowers.
Originally named Decoration Day in honor of the soldiers who died in the […]
