‘Twas a crisp, cold, clear night, when we hoped for a house. With my hot cocoa stirring, I looked at my spouse. We’d mapped out our assets and budget with care, In hopes that our offer would not catch a snare. The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While dreams of new bedrooms …
Welcoming your friends and family into your home can be one of the most anticipated events of the holidays. Whether you have family visiting from out of town, or if you’re hosting Christmas dinner this year, the fact that your home is the gathering place for your loved ones is a special privilege. However, all …
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From a global standpoint, spring is one of the busiest times of year for festivals and celebrations. Nearly every corner of the world observes some unique aspect of their religion during the first quarter of the year. The following list describes some of the most important spring holidays and traditions from around the world. Easter …
Some cultures, religions, and countries have some quirky New Year’s celebrations, with some stranger than others. Here’s a list of some of the quirkier around the world. Spain – Grapes and Suitcases When the clock strikes midnight in Spain, some people eat a grape each time the clock strikes a chime. The grapes correspond to …
The holidays are here, and with it can come unwanted stress. The good news is that there are simple ways that you can relieve stress from your own home. So when you start feeling overwhelmed from shopping, baking, cleaning and planning holiday parties, remember these tips to help you relieve some stress! Set a Budget […]
If you’re in the Grand Rapids area, you might want to bring in the New Year with style at the Grand Rapids Amway Grand Plaza. This year’s “New Year’s at the Plaza” offers an Overnight Celebration Package and the Cygnus 27 New Year’s Eve Celebration. The Overnight Celebration The Overnight Celebration will feature parties in …
Visitors to Grand Rapids this year will be able to join the biggest Christmas lights display in Michigan. The display is an annual tradition that brings kids and adults alike to celebrate the holiday season. This year’s display will be over a mile long, with thousands of lights and decorations. The event has been running …
November is considered a big holiday month because of Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving. Many people also look forward to Black Friday sales that signal the beginning of the Christmas shopping season. What you may not realize is that November is chock full of unique celebratory days. These amusing, thoughtful and wacky days deserve special attention […]
I’m all for decorating during the holidays. In fact, I have boxes and boxes in my attic of Halloween and Christmas decorations. However, should I put my home on the market during the holidays, I’d use about a fraction of what I have. There’s a reason behind it. When I decorate, I “add” to what’s [...]
