by Chanele | Dec 10, | CHRISTMAS, CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS, MODERN MOM
As if a visit from Santa Claus is not fun enough? Here are 7 special ways to add some excitement to classic traditions. Not only are these fun for little kids, but they are also great for older kids. How do you open your stockings? Are the gifts wrapped or unwrapped?...
by Chanele | Nov 30, | CHRISTMAS, PRINTABLES
December’s bucket list is a little different than the rest of the months. Starting December 1st, we will be doing a Christmas Countdown. To jumpstart the countdown, I made Libby a Toddler Christmas Box. In addition to the Toddler Box, I created this Christmas...
![Christmas Box for Toddlers [25 Days of Christmas]](http://www.goodlifeofahousewife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ToddlerChristmasBox.jpg)
by Chanele | Nov 29, | CHRISTMAS, MODERN MOM, TODDLER
I just wrapped the first present of the season: a Christmas box for Libby. This will be our first year celebrating 25 days of Christmas as a family. Sure, we do it unofficially, but this year we picked up a Christmas countdown calendar. That makes it official. To jump...
by Chanele | Nov 11, | CHRISTMAS, HOLIDAYS, Stocking Stuffers
Stocking stuffers are such a fun part of Christmas morning. We always open our stockings up before we start opening presents. I’ll admit, when it comes to Christmas shopping, stocking stuffers are usually last minute items I am picking up. I started writing...
by Chanele | Nov 6, | CHRISTMAS
Stay at home mom’s guide to getting more from your Christmas budget When you’re strapped for cash or trying to stay in budget, Christmas can seem impossible. I knew when I decided to be a stay at home mom(SAHM) two years ago, it would mean a lot of changes. One of...
![2017 Christmas planner [free printable]](http://www.goodlifeofahousewife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Christmas-Ultimate-PlannerHOME.jpg)
by Chanele | Oct 23, | CHRISTMAS, PRINTABLES
Doesn’t Christmas always seem so far away and then suddenly it creeps up out of nowhere? I love to enjoy family time and all the traditions that come along with Christmas. I don’t like feeling scatter brained or overwhelmed. With baby number two due in February, I am...
by Chanele | Oct 15, | CHRISTMAS, Stocking Stuffers
Here are stockings stuffers and gift ideas for dad and the other men in your life. Some men can be tough to buy for. When in doubt, get him something he can use. Snacks and practical items are always a good starting point to fill his stocking. Look for things that he...
by Chanele | Jun 30, | CHRISTMAS
Disney movies give us princesses, ball gowns, and castles. Fulfilling our inner child. Hallmark movies give us romances, beautiful homes, and perfectly set holidays. Fulfilling our inner woman. Every July Hallmark runs a special series: Christmas in July. This year it...
by Chanele | Dec 15, | CHRISTMAS, FRUGAL LIVING, HOLIDAYS, RECENT
“Its easier to feel a little more spiritual with a couple of bucks in your pocket.” ― Craig Ferguson There are lots of ways to make and save money this holiday season. You can get your holiday shopping done without blowing the budget or leaving you feeling the...
by Chanele | Dec 14, | CHRISTMAS, RECENT, WINTER
“Christmas is far and away my favorite holiday. I love everything about it, from the event that inspired it, hoping for a white one, to wrapping presents. But mostly I love having family and friends gathered, and sharing traditions.” — Ellen Hopkins This year...
