Bright Idea: Mini-Muffin Advent Calendar

by Melissa // November 20, 2010 // 1 Comment

I can’t take credit for this idea, but that just gives me the opportunity to praise it even more. Isn’t this clever?! I don’t know who first looked at their muffin pan and said, “24 cups…24 days to Christmas –... Continue reading →

30 Ways to Survive 30 Days in a Hotel

by Melissa // November 19, 2010 // 1 Comment

…with children. In many other circumstances, thirty days would just fly by – but when you’re staying in a hotel with your children, just making it to bedtime each day is an accomplishment. Here are some ways to do it... Continue reading →

Let’s Talk Turkey

by Melissa // November 17, 2010 // 2 Comments

Stranded in a hotel in a land that barely gets chilly – much less autumnal – it’s really, really hard to feel the holiday spirit. Thanksgiving is coming and if I’m going to be stuck in this hotel for it... Continue reading →