My mom is so sweet. When I was growing up she never wanted anything for Mother's Day, save for our good health and well-being. I get that. I do. I'm a mom and I want those things for my kids as well. But I want a gift to open on Mother's Day, too! More about that in a minute. Thanks to the wonderful crew at JCPenney for making this Mother's Day Giveaway post … [Read more...]
Of Easter Eggs, Easter Waffles and Easter Clothes
For going on generations now, the Easter season has brought my family to grandma's house for a feast of favorite foods like Easter waffles. Plus, we always make a trip out to find just the right clothes for Holy Week and Easter Sunday services. Here's a bit about our family's traditions. Thanks to the great folks at JCPenney for making this family celebration post … [Read more...]
Tips for Finding Inspiration for a Party
This "shop" has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SienteGlade #CollectiveBias If you are a regular reader of my blog, you know I enjoy throwing parties. No matter what the size or type, from large family celebrations, to small get-togethers with my closest friends, I enjoy spending time with the ones I love, … [Read more...]
Three Kings Day Cupcakes with Candied Fruit
Thanks to the great folks at JCPenney a DiMe Media for making this festive post possible. As always, my comments, opinions, and my love for family celebrations are my own. Three Kings Day is just a couple of days away and my family is bursting with excitement. My boys know the Three Kings are arriving with more presents, but that isn't all, not by a long shot. Each year we … [Read more...]
A Posada Wonderpack
Thanks to the great folks at Target for making this post about my favorite family traditions possible. As always, my comments, opinions, and love for traditional Mexican Christmas celebrations are my own. Earlier, I published a step by step guide to creating a Mexican-style Las Posadas celebration. Las Posadas are traditionally celebrated over 9 days and include colorful … [Read more...]
How to Celebrate Las Posadas
The Mexican Christmas tradition I enjoyed most as a child is called Las Posadas. Even today, when I hear the lyrics of the Las Posadas song, or smell a cup of Mexican ponche, or watch kids swinging at a piñata, all those fond memories come rushing back to me. A couple of years ago, my children were in Mexico during the holidays and they enjoyed every single minute of their … [Read more...]
Day of the Dead 2015
Today is Day of the Dead 2015 in Mexico, as well as in many other countries and communities around the world. I realize for those who weren't brought up celebrating Day of the Dead, it all may seem a little strange, or even disturbing. But for me, as a child growing up in the tradition, I enjoyed the day and looked forward to the celebration at school and with my … [Read more...]
A Miles From Tomorrowland Themed Party
Thanks to the amazing folks at DisneyJr and DiMe Media for making this end of summer party and post possible. As always my comments, opinions, and love for all things space are my own. Summer vacation is over now, but it wasn't until we had one last chance to get together with some friends, celebrate our summer adventures, and blast off the new school … [Read more...]
My Family Independence Day Traditions Old and New
I have received information and materials from Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc., the makers of TYLENOL®. The opinions stated are my own. This is a sponsored post. With Fourth of July so close, it got me to thinking about family Independence Day traditions, both old and new. We love the Fourth, getting together with good friends and family, eating well, and … [Read more...]
Teen Beach Inspired Party Tips, Recipes and Crafts
If you are looking for ideas to celebrate summer with a beach-inspired party, look no further. I have tips, recipes, and craft ideas to make your celebration cool, all courtesy of the Teen Beach 2 movie (which premieres on June 26, at 8 pm ET/PT on Disney Channel, don't miss it). You can find and download the whole kit with patterns, recipes and information at the link at … [Read more...]