Holidays

Hanging Christmas stockings is a tradition that started in 1823. Almost 200 years later, children still wake up Christmas morning with giddy anticipation of what treasures await in their stockings. Whether it's you or jolly Saint Nick stuffing the...

I used to think that incorporating the Elf on the Shelf to our family tradition would be fun. Turns out that elf is a lot more responsibility than I had originally thought. See the thing with this Elf on...

I LOVE gift giving! Giving gifts is an opportunity to spend some time and energy simply thinking about a way to make a loved one smile. It's a chance to make them feel seen, loved, appreciated. It's one of my...

As a 38-year-old Navajo woman raising two incredible boys in the heart of New Mexico, my journey through motherhood has always included an emphasis on tradition, identity, and the delicate dance of existing in two worlds. We can all agree,...

Over the years, ABQ Mom has had lots of ideas for crafting around the holidays. If you're in search of a Christmas craft, see the posts below. There are ideas for kids and adults. Work with your hands and get making! Thank...

Our family is no stranger to holiday music all year long. Our oldest can listen to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra any month of the year. Suffice it to say, I tire of the traditional classics pretty quickly when the time...

  We've partnered with Comcast to create a simple Holiday at Home Bucket List. Comcast offers amazing opportunities to help you stay connected. Comcast Internet Essentials provides affordable home internet for qualifying households. In addition, they offer low-cost computers, free WiFi hotspots, and even...

Trust me. I am excited to have some down time after a lot of hustle and bustle during this Christmas season. But I also want to be careful that my kids don't spend way too much time in front...

December in Albuquerque is a magical time of year for us because, as a city, we shine brightly in so many ways. There are lights, music, great food, and family-friendly events for all. Check it all out below on...

Winter is coming! It's my favorite time of year. Probably because snuggling under a blanket, hot tea, and reading a book is my favorite state. But I also love all the fun things you can do around this time of year. Are...

I briefly worked as a Customer Relations Manager at a wine store, and my absolute favorite day of work was the day before Thanksgiving. I loved it because I got to help the poor souls that were asked to...

Celebrate Veterans Day by supporting local veteran-owned businesses! Here at ABQ Mom, we love local businesses! A great way to say "thank you" to veterans for their service is to support the businesses they own and run. Find a list...

I've had the pleasure of working in community relations for almost five years. My career gives me the opportunity to connect employees with local organizations and provide them with the opportunity to give back to their communities. Most importantly,...

In 2015, Saturday Night Live aired a skit that would have been hilarious if it didn't contain quite so much truth. The skit, "A Thanksgiving Miracle," shows how one family was able to avoid uncomfortable Thanksgiving dinner conversations with...