But how does Santa Claus even know we are Muslim?
My parents are both immigrants from the Middle East. My mom’s family came to the United States when she was 12 years old, and my dad entered the country as...
Okay, we are now in the intense part of the holiday season. Everywhere I look, I see elves, advent calendars, and gift ideas galore. And of course, I’ve been bombarded with the big guy… Santa.
Now I’ve already told you...
The closer we get to the holidays the longer our to-do lists get. Sometimes it might even feel like our lists are happening TO us. And those lists are aggressive too, right!?
Does yours sound anything like this? … Buy...
The beloved game can be so fun yet cause playful fights between friends and family.
Well, if you’ve ever played with some of the people I have then you would understand. I enjoy playing the White Elephant Game, but I...
Christmas without my kids.
For the first time in our six-year-long, positive parenting journey, I will not have my children at all on Christmas Day. Their father‘s family is going on a trip to Mexico! A tropical Christmas with...
Is Santa Claus really real? My oldest daughter started doubting the validity of a real Santa Claus when she was about nine years old. Then she found some of our wrapping paper from the previous year that was designated...
What to Buy for the 15 Year Old on Your List
As kids get older, it gets harder to shop for them. What do you buy when they give you a blank look when you ask "what do you want...
Several years ago, my mother-in-law shared a recipe for Apple Pie Moonshine with me. It's not a true moonshine, it's more like a big batch cocktail that's super strong. It's got an incredible apple cinnamon flavor with a hint...
The time is upon us. The five-week obstacle course that is the holiday season. From Friendsgiving to Thanksgiving Dinner to school Christmas plays to Holiday teas to concerts to parties – we cram in just as much fun as...
Stuffed Saran Wrap Ball :: The Best Party Game Ever!
If you are looking for easy entertainment at your next birthday party, family gathering or holiday event, I have the perfect solution for you ... a stuffed saran wrap ball...
Preteens are a tough age when it comes to gift-buying. They aren't little girls anymore but not quite teens. If you're like me, you don't want to just dole out money, so finding special gifts that preteen girls will...
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Santa Claus is coming to town! The holidays are officially here and New Orleans Mom has compiled a comprehensive Holiday Guide with dozens of things to do with kids in New Orleans this holiday season. To get in the...
There is never a shortage of things to do in New Orleans with kids, but we are oh-so-excited that this year we are adding a holiday parade to the mix! If you are looking for the ultimate guide to...