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Family Christmas Tradition: The Christmas Countdown with Books & Movies

November 13, 2020 Lisa

Christmas countdown family tradition

This is the perfect time of year to enjoy family traditions with your loved ones. One tradition of my family is to do a Christmas countdown. But, we don't have a traditional paper chain counting down the days. Or an Advent calendar where you open a little door or box each day. … [Read more...]

Christmas Fun, Family Life

5 Things My Son with Angelman Syndrome Taught Me About Christmas

December 8, 2018 Lisa

My longtime readers know all about Owen. He's our oldest son, and has Angelman Syndrome. That's a deletion on the 15th chromosome that leaves Owen unable to talk, plagued with seizures, and struggling with a severe case of Pica. Since November is behind us and the Christmas … [Read more...]

Angelman Syndrome, Christmas Fun, Family Life

How My Family Does the Three Gift Christmas

November 24, 2018 Lisa

My family's spin on the three gift Christmas

With Thanksgiving behind us and the Christmas decorations up, it's time to start thinking about my favorite holiday of the year! One of my favorite traditions is selecting Christmas gifts for my family. I love picking out items I know they'll love! Unfortunately, Christmas … [Read more...]

Christmas Fun, Family Life

How to Make a Wooden 3D Christmas Tree

December 5, 2015 Lisa

3D Christmas Tree

Back in 2012, Owen tried to eat our Christmas tree and all the ornaments. We haven't had a tree since. Until this year. My mom thought the kids needed the fun of a tree. So she created a wooden 3D Christmas tree for us. I have to admit I was skeptical when she told me … [Read more...]

Christmas Fun, Crafts, Family Life Christmas Tree, Decorating

The BEST Homemade Pizza Blog Tutorial Ever!

December 29, 2013 Lisa

A few years ago, my older sister and her husband gave us an amazing Christmas gift!  They created a blog for us about homemade pizza.  They created detailed instructions with illustrations the kids love. And as a bonus?It's super good pizza!  You should try … [Read more...]

Christmas Fun, Family Life, Recipe

Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2013 Lisa

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas! … [Read more...]

Christmas Fun, Family Life

When You Can’t Have a Christmas Tree…

December 18, 2013 Lisa

Our family has always enjoyed decorating the Christmas tree.  When I was a kid, we did it annually on the Saturday closest to December 15th.  (Having a wood stove shortens the amount of time a tree does well...).  It was such a fun day.  Cocoa to drink. … [Read more...]

Christmas Fun, Family Life, Kids, Owen

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