For the first time in eleven years, I spent Christmas in the UK. This was the first time our girls celebrated Christmas overseas, and they enjoyed all of the new traditions and experiences that Christmas in the UK has to offer. Christmas morning was spent at the Cotswold Centre, a military chalet in the westContinue reading “An Ameri Brit Christmas”
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Holiday Gift Tags
Each Christmas Eve, I sit down with my husband and several rolls of paper, scissors, and tape to wrap all of the gifts for our family. It’s a fun time of sipping on drinks, and discussing the reactions we anticipate the next day. We work. We talk. We laugh. And it’s a fun memory ofContinue reading “Holiday Gift Tags”
5 Gift Ideas for a Writer
This is Part 2 of my gift-giving guide for the Holiday season of 2022. Last week, I shared 5 Gift Ideas for a Reader–be sure to check that out! Now, I want to give attention to the writers in our lives. These can be people who are somewhat difficult to buy for because writing requiresContinue reading “5 Gift Ideas for a Writer”
5 Gift Ideas for a Reader
This holiday season I am bringing you a two-part series of gift guides for the readers and writers in your life. In these posts, I am giving you recommendations for gifts of all sizes. Whether you are willing to spend $10 or $200 on your recipient, I’ve got you covered–and in plenty of time toContinue reading “5 Gift Ideas for a Reader”
My Christmas Gift
As always, my husband found a thoughtful and perfect gift for me this year. I am so excited about my one year subscription to SkillShare. This is an online platform for learning different skills from others through a variety of online “classes”. There are some courses on bullet journaling, blogging, hand lettering, and photography thatContinue reading “My Christmas Gift”
Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child is an international organization that provides financial and physical needs all over the world. It is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, an interdenominational charity. This is the twenty-fifth year that OCC has impacted global needs. I love this organization and how easy they make it to teach my children about the importanceContinue reading “Operation Christmas Child”
My Christmas Recap
This Christmas was such a blessing. I spent several days in celebrations with friends and family whose company I cherish. Watching my daughter as she grasped the true meaning of Christmas this year was priceless. She sang songs about Jesus’ birth and relayed the story of the wise men bringing gifts to Jesus over andContinue reading “My Christmas Recap”
Last Minute Gift Guide
Six days and counting until the BIG morning. I envy each and every one of you who have finished all of your purchases (not to mention those over achievers out there who have already wrapped your gifts too!) If your family is anything like mine the next six days will be full of fun gatheredContinue reading “Last Minute Gift Guide”
Christmas Crack
A few weeks ago I was dreading the Holiday season as it applies to being gluten-free. Inevitably I would receive invitations to parties with tables filled with baked goods. (Cake, why must you tempt me so?) I’ve been on the prowl for a good gluten-free recipe to use as my go to this season. I’veContinue reading “Christmas Crack”
Stitch Fix #9
For the first time ever my Stitch Fix actually snuck up on me and I was completely surprised when I found my box on my porch after school. I had been so caught up in my life, new diet, sick child, and school work to remember that it was about time for my next StitchContinue reading “Stitch Fix #9”
The Ameri Brit Mom 