Looking for fun things to do with your family while waiting for the ball to drop? Make the most of the entire day and celebrate in style. Follow our NYE guide to festive feasts, DIY party props and more!
It’s certainly the time of the year that most of us either love or hate. And I don’t mean the war between the holiday humbugs and eager elves. What I’m referring to is that time of the season that we lovingly refer to as New Year’s. What’s more, I’m referring to the promises we make during this time of the year, promises that can be at once outlandish – toning our bodies to look exactly as they did back in high school – and questionably trivial. That’s right: this is the time of year that we look back and, in doing so, begin to make all of our New Year’s Resolutions!
Someone has to say it: People who constantly complain about growing older are often times fishing for compliments – among other things. Sure, being 35 isn’t the same as being 25, but who in their right mind wants to relive their 20s? Hard pass. There are some seriously great advantages to getting older, and just in case you can’t figure that out on your own, we are happy to spell it out for you.
The most cherished gifts a mother can give to her unborn child aren’t found in the store; they don’t come wrapped in blue or pink ribbon, and they don’t have a hefty price tag. It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement, worry and hope that comes along with pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood. And while those 9 months pass before your eyes, you’ve managed to create a new life worthy of more than just a plush crib and overpriced onesies.
Moms have to be the busiest people on the planet! Between 2am feedings, running the kids to school and activities, working and running a household, who has time to go to the gym? Working out at home saves time and money. Fitness experts say you only need 30 minutes of exercise a day to make a difference. By incorporating exercise into your daily routine you get to bond with your kids while teaching them a healthy lifestyle.
As most of us would agree that the holidays are not just about eating, making resolutions and getting presents, but about giving, centering ourselves in relation to others and togetherness, what better way to give back to others than by planning our travel around these holiday themes of balance and goodwill? That’s right – travel as a way of giving back. Think about it as practice for all of those New Year’s Resolutions. Only this time, the resolutions aren’t simply to help you lose a few inches or to get out more; these resolutions will not only edify your person, but the lives of those less fortunate – a real treat for everyone involved!
It’s no secret that the holidays are a stressful time. Scheduling parties, buying presents, cooking and cleaning for hours in preparation for a meal that will be eaten within minutes. Then there’s the driving. Combating snow
squalled highways to visit aunts, grandmas and cousins. While it’s great to see family (most of the time), sometimes it can be overwhelming and exhausting. Why not take a break from it all this year and create memories that will last a lifetime?
Show Santa how much your really care by spending a little extra time in the kitchen baking fresh batches of cookies inspired by different cultures and traditions. Quick, grab the kids and throw on an apron – things might get messy. Just try not to eat them all before Old Saint Nick gets his fill!