Twas the Night Before Christmas
Twas the Night Before Christmas was originally meant to be a gift from a father to his nine children. It has since become so much more than that!
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St. Brigid’s Blue Cloak
The story of St. Brigid and her blue cloak is one of my all-time favorite Irish folktales. It’s a Christmas story about faith, hope, and love. Three things the world always needs more of.
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Sarah Munro’s Mugwort Vinegar
I love flavored vinegars. And if the flavored vinegar contains extra Vitamin C, calcium and magnesium from a locally-source herb, all the better!
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Winter Solstice & Pot Pies
Tonight the Winter Solstice begins, marking the longest night of the year. It’s a night that people, for centuries, have celebrated with hope in their hearts that spring will come sooner rather than later. And, to celebrate, we’re making pot pies!
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Sugared Cranberries
For my third week of DIY holiday gifts, I’m making Sugared Cranberries. This recipe for Sugared Cranberries dates back to the early 1700s but has been updated with superfine suga
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Prep & Plan: Holiday Planning
In the next installment of the Prep & Plan series, we’re taking about how to organize and store holiday wrapping paper and all the supplies that go with it.
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A Romance Writer’s Favorite Classic B&W Holiday Movies
It’s that time of year again! It’s time for holiday movies and today I’ve made a list of my favorite B&W classics.
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Sarah Munro’s Eucalyptus Vapor Rub
Cold season has arrived along with a homemade eucalyptus vapor rub that promises a good night’s sleep.
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St. Lucy’s Festival of Lights
Today is St. Lucy’s Day, only a week away from the winter solstice, so it’s time to light the Christmas candles and make Saffron Buns.
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The Hungry {Romance) Writer: Sugar Cookies
est for a DIY Christmas (and other holidays), I’m struggling to find cost-effective and useful gifts that people will actually use. But I finally decided that homemade treats are often the most appreciated presents.
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Prep & Plan: Holiday Budgeting
I can’t believe the holidays are here, but those who prep & plan never stop working towards their ultimate goal of emotional and financial freedom from the noise of this world.
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How Rudolph Prevailed
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is an uplifting story of hope, love, and acceptance. Except Rudolph’s beginning was marked by tragedy and discouragement making his story an act of true courage.
