Tag: family

In December, the holiday season rushes in with its gift lists, parties, school concerts, decorating, baking days, all the shopping, cooking, cleaning, and relentless...

As the holiday season approaches, traditions, keepsakes, and family gatherings naturally come to the forefront. Many of us feel a deep desire to make...

I grew up perpetually single, never quite fitting into the boxes set aside for women in small-town Maine. In fact, I often sought to...

I’ve always been a big fan of Thanksgiving. What’s not to love? Apple stuffing, football, a sense of coziness, and the anticipation of the...

As the season of gratitude arrives, many families take time to reflect on what they’re thankful for, from warm meals and cozy homes to...

Once the holidays fade and winter sets in, it’s about that time you start craving a change of scenery and find yourself Googling “family...

Traditions connect people and create a sense of belonging through shared experiences. Whether we are talking about cultural or religious traditions, such as large-scale...

When did November 1 become the official start of the Christmas season? I’m pretty sure it used to be the day after Thanksgiving. Suddenly,...

The matriarch of a family is the head of the family or tribe. Recently, I lost my grandmother, whom we affectionately called Nonna, which...

Thanksgiving Day is handled...parade, turkey, leftovers. Check. But by Friday morning, you’ve got three full days to fill, kids to entertain, and maybe grandparents to...