Keeping the Holiday Stress in Check

Impossible, you say? A lot of people would agree with you; the Washington Post reports that holiday stress makes this the most challenging time of year for many women. I have wonderful memories of childhood Christmases. There were always lots… Read moreKeeping the Holiday Stress in Check

Wish List

The other day, my dad asked me what I wanted for Christmas. I told him that I had thought of something a few days earlier, but I’d forgotten what it was. This is typical for me. When I was a… Read moreWish List

Holiday Traditions: Opening Gifts

I’ve written about what we eat, and how we’re trying to balance different gift-giving philosophies. But what about the actual gifts? Mr. Sandwich’s family would get up and go for a run. If you don’t think this sounds traditional, then… Read moreHoliday Traditions: Opening Gifts

Have a Holly, Jolly, Blurry Christmas

I’ll probably post again before the weekend, but as we’re midway through our various celebrations, this seems as good a time as any to hurl holiday cheer into the Internet void. This past weekend, my side of the family came… Read moreHave a Holly, Jolly, Blurry Christmas