I'm a holiday girl. It doesn't matter what day or event it is. I'm probably celebrating. Especially the last three months of the year. You get Halloween in October, Thanksgiving in November, and Christmas in December. (Maybe you even...
Recently, an acquaintance of mine mentioned how much fun her family had cutting down their own Christmas tree near Jemez. With eyes raised, I thought to myself, “That must be illegal!” But much to my surprise, I learned that...
February is Black History Month. It is an annual celebration of the achievements made by Black Americans. This month calls upon us to reflect on and recognize the important role and contributions they have made and continue to make...
We have one more idea for a socially-distanced, Covid-safe Halloween. It's a Neighborhood Halloween Hunt that can take place the whole month of October!
Who remembers the Neighborhood Egg Hunt back in April? (I know, I know, that feels like...
I love the holidays as much as the next mama, but I can’t be the only one that gets a bit frazzled with all of the extra events on the calendar and to-do’s on my list. It can be...
The weather has finally changed, the holidays are upon us and so are school breaks for our kids. Many moms are already planning vacations, having family over, and so many other fun things to keep the kids entertained.
However, some...
Valentine's Day is a day dedicated to expressing love and appreciation for those closest to us, whether it be our significant other, our beautiful kids, or even our pets. Whomever you choose to spend the day or evening with,...
Christmas time is here! Time for decorating the house, hanging the lights, baking yummy treats, taking pictures for holiday cards, shopping for the perfect gifts, and getting into the spirit of Christmas.
I enjoy all that goes into making holidays...
When my wonderful mother-in-law suggested making a recipe memory box for my daughter, I thought it was the best possible holiday gift! It's history, love, tradition, and culture all wrapped into one package.
It's a celebrated fact in our home...
Once upon a cold Black Friday, I decided to venture out to shop in spite of my baby bump. I bundled up and waited in the lines that seemed to look more like a sea of people. People bumped...
For many of us, this time of year is one of the most sacred and special times. It's full of meaning and tradition.
There are lots of things we can do at home to make Easter or Passover memorable for...
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...
I've heard the word "smalliday" to describe a scaled-down holiday celebration that strives to reduce over-consumption and over-excessive gift-giving. It brought me back to reality and had me truly thinking about the meaning of the season. I knew this...
It’s the season of celebration, family get-togethers, gift exchanges, and taking some well-deserved time off.
At this time of year, increased spending and a greater need for budgeting may once again rear its ugly head. Luckily, there are so many...
In + Around ABQ
2024 Summer Park Hops :: A Series of Summer Play Dates
School is out, and summer is here. Therefore, it's the perfect time to get outside and make new friends! We'd love for you to...
