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Fun, easy Chinese gift exchange rules and ideas for your next office or church Christmas party. Fun, easy Chinese gift exchange rules and ideas for your next office or church Christmas party.

Are you tired of the same old gift-giving routine during the holiday season? Consider trying a Chinese Gift Exchange! This fun and social tradition is perfect for groups of friends, family, or coworkers who want to add some excitement to their gift-giving.  The tradition of Chinese Gift Exchange is well-suited for groups, and it’s a…

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If your Christmas tree is dying, there are a few factors to consider. Don't let dropping needles or your tree turning brown dampen the festive spirit. If your Christmas tree is dying, there are a few factors to consider. Don't let dropping needles or your tree turning brown dampen the festive spirit.

As the holiday season approaches and you eagerly prepare to decorate your home, the last thing you want is a dying Christmas tree. A tree with dropping needles, drooping branches, or turning brown can dampen the festive spirit. If you’re wondering what might be causing your Christmas tree to perish, there are a few key…

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Are you noticing that your potted Christmas tree is turning brown or losing needles? This can be a common issue for those who choose potted trees. Are you noticing that your potted Christmas tree is turning brown or losing needles? This can be a common issue for those who choose potted trees.

Are you noticing that your potted Christmas tree is turning brown or losing needles? This can be a common issue for those who choose to use a potted tree for the holiday season.   While it can be disheartening to see your tree losing its vibrancy, there are steps you can take to help revive…

Read More Help! My Potted Christmas Tree is Turning Brown: Tips for Saving Your Tree

cranberry orange swirl cookie recipe cranberry orange swirl cookie recipe

I’m almost done with my Christmas baking this year. I still need to make some of my favorite cranberry orange pound cake, but I also decided to try this recipe I found for cranberry orange swirl cookies. My son tasted them, and he said that they taste like bite sized pieces of cranberry orange bread.…

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Easy recipe for peppermint meltaway cookies. Easy recipe for peppermint meltaway cookies.

These peppermint meltaway cookies are a delicious old-fashioned peppermint cookie recipe that is great for Christmas gift giving. Store them in the freezer and give them as gifts during the holidays. They really do melt in your mouth! Peppermint Meltaway Cookies Ingredients: 1 c. butter, softened 1/2 c. powdered sugar 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract 1…

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