Archive for the ‘Happy Holidays’ Category
Happy Winter Solstice Day
Monday, December 21st, 2009Holiday Jokes
Thursday, December 17th, 2009What do you call people that are afraid of Santa? Claustrophobic.
What’s red, white, and blue at Christmas time? A Sad Candy Cane.
If Frosty the Snowman married a vampire, what would their child’s name be? Frostbite.
Who delivers presents to baby sharks at Christmas? Santa Jaws
Where do snowmen keep their money? Snowbanks
What did the polar bear eat after the dentist fixed his tooth? The Dentist
What do you sing on a snowman’s birthday? Freeze A Jolly Good Fellow
What do you get when you cross an apple and a Christmas tree? A Pineapple
Christmas Countdown
Sunday, December 13th, 2009
Only 12 days left till Christmas!!!
Warm wishes for a Happy Hanukka
Friday, December 11th, 2009
Make Your Holiday Special
Monday, December 7th, 2009Make Memories – Start a new family tradition such as baking cookies for your neighbors or making your own advent calendar out of an empty cereal box
Give- Whether
its volunteering your time at a soup kitchen or making a friend a home cooked meal, when you do something to brighten someone’s day, you will brighten your day as well
Find Time – With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays we often forget what’s important. Spending quality time with family & friends is the key to having a joyful, relaxing holiday
Holiday Safety Tips
Friday, December 4th, 2009Keep Things Clean-Bacteria can easily be spread between cutting boards, knives, counter tops, towels, and hands. Be sure not to cross contaminate while cooking and baking this holiday season.
Check Cords-Look for signs of wear and tear on all of your electrical appliances and cords as this could lead to shock or fire.
Shopping Safety-To reduce criminal opportunity be alert and aware, park in well lit areas, shop with others when able, consolidate shopping bags, and never leave purchases unattended.
Holiday Decorating Tips
Monday, November 30th, 2009
-Traditionally Christmas wreaths are hung on front doors. Try hanging a customized wreath on the inside door of a guest bathroom or a kitchen pantry door.
-Save Christmas cards from years past to frame doorways.
- Try a white theme by spraying a tree with fake snow, using clear lights, and decorating your tree with frosty silver and white ornaments such as icicles and snowflakes.
-Decorate each room with smaller trees. They can be placed on dressers or small tables following the same color scheme as the room.
-Wrap a table or door in Christmas wrapping paper.
-Dress up your larger house plants by hanging smaller ornaments and clear lights on them.
Have a Green Christmas
Saturday, November 28th, 2009Recycle your tree – Recycled trees put natural resources back into the environment and reduce waste.
Wrap it up - Reuse smooth, unwrinkled wrapping paper to wrap smaller presents or make homemade cards. Consider using holiday fabric as wrapping paper as it can be used year after year and is usually reasonably priced.
Re-gift – It might sound terrible but passing along gifts that you don’t need is a great idea. Simply donate unwanted items to charity if you don’t know anyone personally that would make use of them.
Energy Awareness – Unplug appliances when not in use and try switching to LED Christmas lights. Not only will you be conserving energy but this can really save you on you electric bill.
Decorations – Use seasonal fruits and nuts such as pomegranates and chestnuts for decoration which can be eaten afterwards. Pine cones and holly branches are also nice natural touches.
Gift Giving – Giving experiences such as dinner to a new restaurant, tickets to a rock concert, or cooking lessons are great alternatives to material gifts. Memberships to gyms, museums, or local food co-ops are gifts that keep on giving. Personalized coupons can be made for just about anything form a massage to a car washing.
Happy Turkey Day!
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Holiday Travel Tips
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009If Flying….
-Plan ahead and book your flight early for the best deals.
-Avoid traveling the day before or after the holiday itself.
-Pack light to save time at baggage claim.
-Be sure not to wrap gifts to save time at security.
-Before leaving make sure to lock all windows and doors, set alarm, set lights on timers, and have a neighbor collect mail and newspapers to reduce criminal opportunity.
If Driving…
-Make sure you give your car a check up before hitting the road. Check all fluids and bulbs.
-Get good directions and give yourself plenty of time as there is usually more traffic during the holidays.
-Pack an emergency kit with essentials such as jumper cables, flashlight, ice scraper, first aid kit, water, and snacks.
-Drive carefully, avoid use of electronic devices, and try singing carols to relax and get into the holiday spirit.
