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The Halls Are Decked, The Joy is Here
While I’ve been writing these fa-la-la-la-la-laing posts about Advent and Christmas, I’d like to say a special word to all my readers who are feeling less than holly and jolly this time of year. It’s simple, really. You’re loved and prayed for this season. If any of my Austin area readers find the holidays particularly…
Read MoreHDYDI: Wrap a Present Like a Pro
One of the coolest perks of growing up in a family of jewelers? Learning how to wrap a package like a pro. A few <ahem> decades ago, my grandparents owned a small jewelry store in Pecos, Texas. My uncle now has his own in El Paso. My grandmother taught me how to wrap a present,…
Read MoreJust Fa-la-la-la-laing Around Here
My friend, Jenny, was gracious enough to share “how we Advent” here at Team Whitaker over at Catholic News Agency. It’s definitely been an evolution. This week, I’ll be sharing some photos of what Advent and Christmas look like. That means I actually need to vacuum and pick up the 8,000 toys, 4,500 art projects…
Read MoreI’ve Got Some Explaining To Do
My apologies for going all radio silent on you this past week. I can 100% blame it on two things: life and a stomach bug. Those are always fun, aren’t they? I went down last Saturday night and was sick all through the weekend. I don’t really feel like I came out of it until…
Read MoreBefore & After: A Teen’s Sports-Themed Bedroom
Teenage boys. Raise your hand, and a can of deodorant, if you have one. Recently, after we did a room shuffle with all the kids, the teenage boy landed his own room after 12 years of sharing a bedroom. He was pretty stoked. I’m not gonna lie. This room began as the nursery, was transformed…
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