New Year

[2020] How Do You Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year & What are the Traditions To Know? 3 min read

[2020] How Do You Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year & What are the Traditions To Know?

Ben - the random lifestyle writer

Kung Hei Fat Choy! Here we break down how the Chinese New Year is celebrated, with emphasis on the food, music, and dancing.... Read More

[2020] Easy New Year’s Craft for Preschoolers 1 min read

[2020] Easy New Year’s Craft for Preschoolers

Charles - the DIY master

I know I said I wasn’t going to make any resolutions this year, but that doesn’t mean I can’t have my preschool students make some! 🙂 And let me tell you something – talking with a 2 year old about his/her goals for the new year is pretty stinkin’ cute. And hilarious. Supplies needed – …... Read More

[2020] 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Artists 5 min read

[2020] 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Artists

Ben - the random lifestyle writer

The New Year brings opportunity for reflection and change. These 10 goals for your art will get your painting and career off to a great start!... Read More

[2020] Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Teens 4 min read

[2020] Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Teens

Ben - the random lifestyle writer

A list of the top 10 most common new year resolutions. Get ideas for your new year's resolution based on these popular picks.... Read More

[2020] A Toddler’s New Year’s Resolutions 2 min read

[2020] A Toddler’s New Year’s Resolutions

Ben - the random lifestyle writer

Happy New Year, Happy Home Friends! I’ll be taking a vacation from blogging for a few days so that I can prepare for a speaking engagement this Friday (and get stocked up with lots of Happy Home ideas for you for the month of January!).  In the meantime, I thought I’d share this funny article …... Read More

[2020] 6 New Year’s Resolutions for Singles 4 min read

[2020] 6 New Year’s Resolutions for Singles

Ben - the random lifestyle writer 2

Simple New Year's resolutions can have a great impact in your life, such as smiling more often and committing to saying yes more often.... Read More

Try These Fun Family-Friendly Traditions & Activities Ideas For 2021 New Year’s Eve 3 min read

Try These Fun Family-Friendly Traditions & Activities Ideas For 2021 New Year’s Eve

Ben - the random lifestyle writer

No need to be sad that Christmas is over. New Years Eve is on its way!!! Here are a few simple ideas that you can incorporate into your New Year’s Eve plans year after year… First things first. Let’s consider how we can help others have a fabulous New Year’s. Dandee Designs made this thoughtful …... Read More

[2020] Real Simple DIY New Year’s Eve Countdown Bags 2 min read

[2020] Real Simple DIY New Year’s Eve Countdown Bags

Charles - the DIY master

I think this idea that I found over at Family Fun is AMAZING! Gather up about 6 bags. Label each bag with an hour leading up to midnight, starting with 7 o’clock. Label one bag with 11:55 pm. Fill each bag with something fun! Every hour until midnight the kids get to open a bag …... Read More

[2020] 4 Ways to Make Noise for the New Year! 2 min read

[2020] 4 Ways to Make Noise for the New Year!

Blake - the Holiday lover

I was a very active child (just ask my dad –  he will probably tell you that I am the reason for his grey hair) and I loved to make noise.  New Year’s Eve was a great time to be LOUD. So, let your Happy  Buddies ring in the New Year (seriously, your ears will …... Read More

[2020] The 14 Types of People at Your Average New Year’s Eve Party 4 min read

[2020] The 14 Types of People at Your Average New Year’s Eve Party

Blake - the Holiday lover

The really-really drunk guy, the hipster, the mother hen? The details may vary, but these 14 types of people show up at every New Year's Eve party.... Read More

[2020] 5 Last-Minute Looks for a New Year’s Eve Party 3 min read

[2020] 5 Last-Minute Looks for a New Year’s Eve Party

Ava - the professional shopaholic

If it's New Year's Eve and you find yourself with nothing to wear at the last minute, accessorize, glam up and re-imagine what you already have in your closet.... Read More

[2020] Christmas & New Year’s Vacations You Can Book Now 8 min read

[2020] Christmas & New Year’s Vacations You Can Book Now

Blake - the Holiday lover

It's not too late to book your Christmas vacation or New Year’s vacation. Choose from these last-minute ideas.... Read More

10 Unique Gift Baskets Perfect for Christmas or Any Holiday in 2020! 4 min read

10 Unique Gift Baskets Perfect for Christmas or Any Holiday in 2020!

Blake - the Holiday lover

You can never go wrong when having to give that special someone a gift basket, especially with these best-selling (and kind of cheap) ideas for Christmas!... Read More

[2020] Unexpected Christmas and New Year’s Holiday Travel Ideas 12 min read

[2020] Unexpected Christmas and New Year’s Holiday Travel Ideas

Blake - the Holiday lover 2

Strategies for beating holiday prices, crowds, and sell-out conditions, as well as destinations to consider that are alternatives to the typical fare.... Read More

[2020] 15 of the Funniest Christmas and New Year’s Eve Movies 5 min read

[2020] 15 of the Funniest Christmas and New Year’s Eve Movies

Blake - the Holiday lover

Check out these 15 comedy film classics to watch during the holidays—or to bring back the whacky joys of the season all year long.... Read More