Holiday Celebrations

1920s Themed Party

A 1920s themed party is the perfect party theme of the decade! Bring the 20’s back with a roaring 20’s party! Tips to make this party (or date night) a complete success! 1920s Themed Party Date Info: 1920s Themed Party Price: Varies! You may be invited to a free party, it may be the cost of… Read More

Goal Setting Worksheet + The Importance of Goal Setting

The importance of goal setting plus a free goal setting worksheet that walks you through how to set goals by major categories of your life. This past year we had a date night at home where we took the Gallaps Strengthfinder assessment as a date night. I’ve taken this quiz before, and each time my… Read More

Merry Christmas 2019

From our family to yours, we wish you the merriest Christmas! May it be a day filled with joy, laughter, quality time, and love. And here’s to a day to reflect on the true meaning of the season. With love, The Whitings Photos: Vikki Colvin from The Grey Atelier Studio

Holiday Stress: Managing With A Mental Healthy Holidays Checklist

Holiday stress is a very real thing and one that is particularly present the week before Christmas! Here are tips for managing mental healthy holidays with a free downloadable checklist. This post is sponsored by BCBS of Arizona who is committed to helping you have happy and healthy holidays! Holiday Stress We are down to… Read More

Post Holiday Blues: 8 Ways to Keep Some Holiday Joy All year

The post-holiday blues are a very real thing! To help you beat the post-holiday depression feelings, here are easy ways to keep some of the joy all year! The build-up to Christmas and the holiday season is unlike anything else! So many people prepare for the holidays months in advance. And many will tell you… Read More

Kids Table Christmas Activities

Kids Table Christmas Activities: A list of Christmas Activites (several completely free) to include at the kids table during holiday parties and holiday dinners. More fun time for kids means more adult time to enjoy the party too! We love having a big Christmas Eve dinner followed by a big Christmas dinner the following day.… Read More

Adult Christmas Party Date Night

We’ve been using company Christmas parties as a free Christmas date night since for over a decade now. There’s something really special about an adult Christmas party, particularly after you become parents. The Need for Quality Adult Time This holiday season has been a strange one for us. Jacob works as a consultant and travels… Read More

Christmas Traditions for Couples

A huge list of hundreds of Christmas traditions for couples. Plan the best holiday season with these fun Christmas tradition ideas for couples! We’ve had an usual holiday season this year. My husband is consultant who travels often for work, but typically only for a day or two here and there. This Christmas, he’s been… Read More

Santa at the Mall Family Date

This family date to see Santa Clause at the mall is sponsored by Santa HQ. But all opinions are our own. Santa At The Mall Family Date Price: The cost of a pictures with Santa package. Check your local listing for exact pricing. Location: Your local mall! We love Santa HQ at the Chandler Fashion… Read More

Stocking Fillers: The Formula That Makes Stocking Stuffers a Breeze!

This post is sponsored by Mondelez, who makes some of our favorite stocking fillers! Admittedly, as a former project manager, I usually plan life for six months in advance. And when it comes to the holidays, it’s no exception! I love to make lists, find deals, and get started as early as July. However, there’s… Read More

Christmas on Comstock

One of the best Christmas light shows in Arizona! All the details on Christmas on Comstock in Gilbert including directions, the best time to go, and why we love this free holiday tradition! Date Idea: Christmas on Comstock animated light show Location: Gilbert, AZ Price: free, but they love donations raising money for Make a Wish Time: Plan… Read More

Holiday Celebrations