A Sweet Lesson In Gratitude
Every February, Youth & Family Services (YFS) staff turn their kitchen into a sea of sprinkles, frosting and sugar cookies. Over 1,000 dozen cookies (that’s not a typo) will be baked, frosted and delivered to the organization’s supporters — a favorite tradition of both the receivers of the cookies and deliverers. It’s a Herculean feat — everything is made from…
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There’s Snow Business … Like Snow Business
Dad jokes aside, let’s talk about the questions kids ask. Parents have all been there: “Mom, why is the sky blue?” “Dad, why do cats say meow?” And whenever the snow starts falling, you can bet the snow-related questions will follow. Kids are full of these perplexing puzzles, and that…
Once Upon A Christmas: Five Christmas Stories to Enjoy as a Family
By Misty Wahlstrom The holiday season is the perfect excuse to pull on the fuzzy socks, grab a mug of hot cocoa and read heartwarming stories with your favorite little elves. For elementary-aged children, books about Christmas and giving aren’t just fun, they’re magical. They remind us that the best…
On the Hunt: Our Top Tips for Tracking Down that Perfect Conifer
We can thank Queen Victoria and Prince Albert for popularizing the Christmas tree. Like white wedding dresses, this 18th-century power couple made Christmas trees — which are descended from medieval paradise trees — trendy. Fast forward a couple centuries, and the holiday season wouldn’t feel complete without a pine or…
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