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Celebrating a “scuffed Christmas” won’t get us down!

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

If you are preparing for a scuffed, or not as expected, Christmas, you aren't a alone. And it's okay.

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Favorite gift ideas for the holidays 2022

Posted on December 16, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Some of my favorite books from the year that will make great gifts this holiday season!

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No Donnybrooks during the holidays, please

Posted on December 2, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Did you survive Thanksgiving without a Donnybrook? I did. I'll even tell you what Donnybrook means...

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Notice what’s good in 2022

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

There's enough snark and strife out there. Let's commit to focus on what is worthy and good in 2022. Inspiration from The Word Nerd.

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Rejoice in an imperfect holiday

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Ruined a pie at Christmas? So have I! The Word Nerd shares some holiday culinary mishaps and why they don't matter.

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Prep your heart and mind for a positive Thanksgiving

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Don't just prep food this Thanksgiving. Prep something much more important - your heart and mind. Author Kelly Corrigan tells us how.

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