tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post1711311340295496410..comments2024-02-04T04:40:23.122-08:00Comments on Harlequin Heartwarming: A Frazzle Free Holiday Season. Is it Possible? By Catherine Lanigan and Rula SinaraPamela Tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05834270662017246137noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-76523715768110997142014-12-03T09:03:10.687-08:002014-12-03T09:03:10.687-08:00Winner! Winner!
NICOLE LAVERDURE, you've won ...Winner! Winner!<br /><br />NICOLE LAVERDURE, you've won a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Please contact me via my contact page at www.rulasinara.com (direct link http://www.rulasinara.com/p/contact-me.html). Congrats!Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-49136524384635694382014-12-02T18:57:42.918-08:002014-12-02T18:57:42.918-08:00Thanks, Rula. I don't know if I'd go that...Thanks, Rula. I don't know if I'd go that far, though. ;-) Christmas has just become too much for so many people. I'm afraid that we put so much pressure on ourselves that we miss out on the joy in the little things, and we definitely don't feel any peace! I had to smile at the mention of Hallmark movies. This past weekend after an overnight at Grandma's, that's all myChristyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04372135783126559906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-63893086991059660632014-12-02T14:27:18.411-08:002014-12-02T14:27:18.411-08:00Oh my gosh, Christy, I LOVE everything you just sa...Oh my gosh, Christy, I LOVE everything you just said!!! Especially the part about remembering the experience of baking cookies, not how many varieties were made. A wise person once said that people may or may not remember what you said or did...but they'll always remember how you made them feel. Happy experiences, as you've said, are what we want to build on. And I love what you agreed toRula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-36054357361052272202014-12-02T14:22:15.362-08:002014-12-02T14:22:15.362-08:00Oh, that sounds good, Muriel! And most Chex are gl...Oh, that sounds good, Muriel! And most Chex are gluten free, so I always have some on hand for the kids. It sounds like endless variations are possible. So much fun for kids to take part in making! Thanks for the idea :).Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-87017396668374005022014-12-02T13:40:19.755-08:002014-12-02T13:40:19.755-08:00Great ideas, ladies. I've chosen to try and s...Great ideas, ladies. I've chosen to try and simplify over the last few years. We've opted not to exchange gifts with certain friends, instead choosing to plan dinner or an evening out together. Spending time with them is more valuable than any gift they could buy me! Also, I don't think you have to do it all to make a memorable Christmas. My daughter isn't going to remember Christyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04372135783126559906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-57562609697726470852014-12-02T12:33:03.023-08:002014-12-02T12:33:03.023-08:00White Trash uses the basic ingredients in the Chex...White Trash uses the basic ingredients in the Chex Mix recipe - the cereals, peanuts, pretzels - but instead of the savory ingredients, you mix it all into melted white chocolate! Oh, yum! If you Google White Trash, there are several variations, one using M & Ms. I have a high sugar tolerance, but that one's a little sweet for me. I have a friend you adds pistachios and cranberries toMuriel Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12065629068634892645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-6271266974264283092014-12-02T11:53:00.838-08:002014-12-02T11:53:00.838-08:00Muriel, I love the Hallmark Channel holiday movies...Muriel, I love the Hallmark Channel holiday movies and I think you've got it all boiled down to how it should be. Sounds like you've gotten to the heart of the holidays. Now...I have to put my ignorance on the table and ask about White Trash. What is that that you're making? A type of cookie?Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-53359048143752413392014-12-02T11:50:13.106-08:002014-12-02T11:50:13.106-08:00I hear you on writing related stress, but good for...I hear you on writing related stress, but good for you getting out to help with the tree. There's something so relaxing about decorating a tree. And I love lights. I can meditate watching them (maybe I'm weird, lol?).Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-78357561936738617182014-12-02T11:48:04.953-08:002014-12-02T11:48:04.953-08:00Shirley, I'm a list maker too. I know with som...Shirley, I'm a list maker too. I know with some it reminds them of how much there is to do, but with me, crossing things off makes me feel like I'm getting things done and I'm in control. Love the idea of the card signing party!Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-2736395955091348762014-12-02T11:46:37.686-08:002014-12-02T11:46:37.686-08:00LOL, Carol, I'm so behind it's not funny. ...LOL, Carol, I'm so behind it's not funny. Or maybe it is...laughter is great at reducing stress levels, so I guess I should laugh at how behind I am ;).Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-61614252119406104432014-12-02T11:44:14.296-08:002014-12-02T11:44:14.296-08:00Glad you liked them, Nicole! I hope at least a few...Glad you liked them, Nicole! I hope at least a few help keep your stress in check. Happy days ahead! :)Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-17298882732791787142014-12-02T11:43:25.201-08:002014-12-02T11:43:25.201-08:00You're not alone, Roz. The tips don't make...You're not alone, Roz. The tips don't make me Martha Stewart...well, maybe just a wanna be LOL. I'm very behind this year but I'm taking it a step at a time. And I'm definitely taking vitamins! So true, Catherine!Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-56989990697564996722014-12-02T11:41:08.513-08:002014-12-02T11:41:08.513-08:00Absolutely, Anna!! Boy, if we can stay focused on ...Absolutely, Anna!! Boy, if we can stay focused on that, then all the rest remains fun. Enjoying the people in our lives is an instant stress antidote. Great reminder!Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-1517694236198604122014-12-02T09:27:48.665-08:002014-12-02T09:27:48.665-08:00Wonderful ideas, Catherine and Rula. I used to lo...Wonderful ideas, Catherine and Rula. I used to love all that fuss, but now that there isn't time for it, I don't do cards, do very little shopping, but do extend my dubious domestic skills to make White Trash and cookies. (Loved that photo of the cookie tree in the middle of your post.) I still love to decorate the house and the front porch, play Christmas music, and watch the HallmarkMuriel Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12065629068634892645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-35741631523476260002014-12-02T09:04:28.920-08:002014-12-02T09:04:28.920-08:00This year most of my stress is writing related. lo...This year most of my stress is writing related. lol. But I am taking time to help with our Singing Christmas Tree at church...not sing. Never sing. But I can help with the lights and bows and such. Patricia Bradleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03382033674042021556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-56483065695461832702014-12-02T08:38:46.823-08:002014-12-02T08:38:46.823-08:00There are some fine points here. Since I love Chr...There are some fine points here. Since I love Christmas, I look forward to doing all those things. And I don't get stressed about them. I find if I include my kids and give them tasks, we all have a wonderful time.<br /><br />Shopping all year is something I've always done. And I'm a list maker. so that's natural. I love crossing things off the list.<br /><br />My tip for Shirley Hailstockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10772508400553343469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-90279449686419231372014-12-02T07:58:03.405-08:002014-12-02T07:58:03.405-08:00Great tips, ladies! My holiday lists are always mo...Great tips, ladies! My holiday lists are always more of a fantasy of what I'd like to accomplish than what I'll actually manage to get done! Carol Rosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02360417299528882416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-11933434042097258082014-12-02T07:27:11.398-08:002014-12-02T07:27:11.398-08:00Thank you for all these tips, the festive season i...Thank you for all these tips, the festive season is always stressing! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10561872846516178442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-78203668610431029292014-12-02T07:13:56.770-08:002014-12-02T07:13:56.770-08:00Marion,
I love this tradition. Thinking of others ...Marion,<br />I love this tradition. Thinking of others is what this season is all about. Catherine Laniganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09457540593573242387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-57843915368989468572014-12-02T07:13:16.269-08:002014-12-02T07:13:16.269-08:00Roz, I couldn't agree more. I feel like it'...Roz, I couldn't agree more. I feel like it's September and I'm just not ready for the holidays, even though I'm keeping up. Also, a tip is for all of us to TAKE OUR VITAMINS. It's so easy to get run down. Last night I didn't feel good and ate cream of wheat for supper! Catherine Laniganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09457540593573242387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-42070729308900790042014-12-02T07:12:02.477-08:002014-12-02T07:12:02.477-08:00I need to take my own advice! Doing more and more...I need to take my own advice! Doing more and more on line shopping really helps. Catherine Laniganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09457540593573242387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-8003829376925795872014-12-02T06:46:34.183-08:002014-12-02T06:46:34.183-08:00As someone who is usually on top of things, but fe...As someone who is usually on top of things, but feeling very behind this year, I need to write down all of those great tips for next year. rozdennyfoxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06506701706951201107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-76452180318832001392014-12-02T06:41:51.947-08:002014-12-02T06:41:51.947-08:00I need all these tips right now! :-) Gotta remembe...I need all these tips right now! :-) Gotta remember, the important thing is enjoying the people!Anna Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16712409691177932667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-57600199119710787092014-12-02T06:21:21.306-08:002014-12-02T06:21:21.306-08:00Marion, being able to say no and not overload your...Marion, being able to say no and not overload your schedule is a great tip. And I love Angel Trees! My kids' schools usually have them. It's a great way to teach kids the joy of giving.Rula Sinarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703015110251843280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-23300439457729368032014-12-02T06:16:43.745-08:002014-12-02T06:16:43.745-08:00December with all its parties, potlucks, sales, co...December with all its parties, potlucks, sales, concerts – you name it. I have to say no to most of it because I don’t have the time. One tradition I do enjoy is taking my granddaughters to the Angel Tree at Walmart’s. They spend a great deal of time trying to pick out the perfect gift for someone else. It’s something we started way back before they could read what’s on the card. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09144857256396400731noreply@blogger.com