Living in Jacksonville, it’s no secret the River City knows how to have a celebration! From the vibrant energy of New Year’s to the festive spirit of Independence Day, and the cozy charm of Christmas, the holidays in Jacksonville are a time for our lively city to shine.
Although the holidays offer a special time for families and loved ones to get together, they can also be stressful — partly because people...
As soon as Halloween ends, the grumbling about poor overlooked Thanksgiving begins. What about Thanksgiving? Why are Christmas decorations out so soon? I can...
They say that small businesses are the backbone of America. A whopping 99 percent of businesses in America are considered "small" with less than...
Ah, Thanksgiving. It's a holiday designed for showing gratitude — in theory, anyway. In reality, it's a stressful occasion for us moms, who slave...
I admit it, we usually hold off until the weekend of Thanksgiving to put up our Christmas tree, but after going to Disney in...
The kids are about to be "home for the holidays" and we are ready to get out and celebrate the season! But if you've hit...
As a mother of 2- and 4-year-old girls, I have mixed emotions about the Frozen movies. On one hand, I’m thrilled because I know...
Halloween has become one of the most exciting nights of the year for young families. Candy, costumes, and neighborhood haunted houses stir excitement for...
I had never carved a jack-o’-lantern, ever, until my oldest child was almost 5.
Growing up, my mother had always led the charge to carve...
Apple picking. Hayrides. Warm apple cider. Flannel. Blanket scarves. Cozy. Pumpkin spice. Colorful leaves. Crisp, cool air.
Doesn’t that list make you feel cozy and...
I grew up within 30 minutes of Anaheim, California, which meant that Disneyland trips were easy and scattered throughout my childhood, with a few...
I had a father who didn't choose me. I didn't quite make the short list of important things in his life. This story isn't...