Articles in April Blackburn and Holidays

Have Yourself A Healthy Little Christmas

on December 01, 2014

With clever planning and creative thinking, families can offset the holiday-induced overload of sweets by staging entertaining and meaningful activities that are low or no-sugar. ... Read full article

Hospital Life with a Toddler

on November 30, 2017

My daughter had acute lymphoblastic leukemia, and as such, we have spent a LOT of time in hospitals. So here are some interesting facts you may not have known about hospital stays with toddlers.... Read full article

No More Gifts! Experiences Please!

on December 01, 2017

During the holiday season, it’s so easy to get wrapped up in the quest to give the “ultimate gifts” for Christmas. ... Read full article

The Unseen Impacts of the Texas Floods

on September 01, 2017

Going through any natural disaster is devastating. Juggling losing your home and everything inside with also having a medically complex child is beyond my comprehension. ... Read full article

I Choose Thanksgiving!

on November 20, 2017

I love Thanksgiving and do not want to hurry it out the door.So, I plan to savor this season until November 24. Then I will focus on Christmas. But until then, you can find me dreaming of green bean casserole, applesauce jello, and rice dressing. ... Read full article

Christmas Lights Craze: Local Families’ Holiday Displays Shine Bright

on December 01, 2016

Local families the Hohensees, the Clarks, and the Johnsons are known for creating these eye-catching displays every year. ... Read full article

Christmas All Around the World

on December 01, 2017

We know we love Christmas here in America, but Christmas is also celebrated across the globe in ways you cannot even imagine. The religious significance of the holiday is the celebration of the birth of Jesus, while the secular festivities involve a ... Read full article

DIY Valentine's Day Treat Bags

on February 01, 2017

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Expert Tips on Handling Holiday Havoc

on December 01, 2015

Do the visions of sugarplums dancing in your head get flattened by your massive “To do” list each holiday season? Does the dream of a perfect white Christmas have you seeing red when it comes to dealing with family schedules? If your holiday travels ... Read full article

Our Christmas Playlist

on December 01, 2017

We all have that one song that gets us in the holiday spirit. Here are a few of our favorites.... Read full article