What I like about Etsy is that you can search for categories like "Gifts for Outdoor Enthusiasts," and "Gifts for Best Friends." If you have a particular price point in mind you can search for that. And if you're looking for items that celebrate your love of The Jersey Shore, just type "Jersey Shore" in the search field.
It's so nice when people share their talents with one another. I have friends who this week are busy baking biscotti and cookies that they will give as holiday gifts. Another friend is working on a quilt that she'll give her sweetheart for Christmas. These are all lovely expressions of creativity and caring. And, frankly, they're a nice change from store-bought gifts. Plus, there's no risk of getting a duplicate and having to return one of them. Hats off to those of you who share your crafty, culinary or other creative talents at this time of year!
Do you have a special skill that you like to share with friends and family? Cooking? Sewing? Knitting? Painting? Decorating? Please share in the Comments section.
Ovens across Ocean County will be working overtime this weekend as families hurry to get their Christmas dinners just right. So what's going to be on your table this weekend?
This debate seems to come up every year around this time. Is there a difference between "Merry Christmas" and "Happy Holidays" when your intention is to wish someone well?
It's a three day work week for many people, and as the Monday workday quickly flies by for a lot of us, the clock is ticking on those of us who still have a lot to accomplish before Thanksgiving Day.
I know I'm courting controversy opening up this topic, but I think that it's worth having a discussion about. "Happy holidays" vs. "Merry Christmas".
If you want a surefire way to start a debate, ask someone if they think we should say "Merry Christmas" or "Happy Holidays" this time of year.