The start of a new year means rededicating yourself to whatever dreams, goals and objectives you want to achieve. For me, a new year happens twice annually – fall, when school is back in session, and Jan. 1. This year, my New Year’s resolution is to attempt to establish realistic goals that I can reach over the course of the entire year, or at least that is my overarching commitment to myself.
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Wine for Baking Cookies
The holidays are an extremely busy time of year for me, as they are for most. Between buying all the gifts, decorating, preparing for special Christmas Masses at church and attending all the kids’ activities, it can get downright stressful! As an Italian, I also have the tradition of baking Christmas cookies. Each year we do anywhere from six to eight to 10 different kinds, which takes hours of work.
Wine for a Road Trip to Canada
My husband took a road trip to Canada for my Christmas present this year – Niagara-on-the-Lake wine.
Wine for an Instant Pot
I received an Instant Pot for Christmas. So far, I’d give it a positive review.
A Wine for a Christmas Stocking
In my last post I alluded to the fact I was finishing up a Christmas stocking for my son, a long tradition that started with my mom years ago.
A Wine for Organizing
Wine goes great with organizing, especially when you have cross stitch floss to wind!
A Wine for Snowy Days
It’s December in Central New York so it’s to be expected that there will be snow.
Wine for All the Corks
Wine corks make wonderful Christmas crafts with a little inspiration and imagination.
‘Twas the Day After Christmas and…
‘Twas the day after Christmas when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The family was all nestled snug in their beds while visions of cleaning up danced in their heads. I could go on but… suffice it to say Christmas is always a bit hectic when you’re aContinue reading “‘Twas the Day After Christmas and…”
Holiday Wine Picks from “A Wine for All Times”
As promised, I’m sharing my top five holiday wine picks for Christmas. These selections are meant for those of you who need ideas on what to bring a host/hostess, as well as those of you who have been asked to bring the wine for the occasion. All of these choices are crowd pleasers and willContinue reading “Holiday Wine Picks from “A Wine for All Times””