The joy of cutting down your own Christmas tree has always fascinated me!  The smell of fresh cut greens, cool winter nights and the sweet aroma of drinking hot chocolate while walking through the treefarm, is as memorable as it gets.  And I loved every moment of it as a child!  Now I look forward …

Updated for 2023 It’s that time of year when the holidays are upon us and we tend to focus more on what’s truly important in our lives – spending quality time with our family and friends.  Halloween is almost and Christmas is right around the corner.  However, in the meantime, there’s this little unsung holiday …

In American History, Thanksgiving Day is when Americans celebrate the day in which the Pilgrims met the helpful Native Americans (Indians) who gave them food, showed them how to tend to the land and prepare for the winter. When studying about Native American Indians, children love making Indian art and craft projects.   Example of crafts …

Updated For 2023 Just because it doesn’t snow in San Diego and the temperature rarely drops below 60 degrees, it doesn’t mean that San Diegans don’t know how to get into the holiday spirit!  In fact, there are multiple neighborhoods known for their stunning light displays that you’ll want to add to your holiday to-do …

Fall is my favorite season!  During October and November, my family and I like to make homemade pumpkin pies, go apple picking in Oak Glen, enjoy the fall foliage and take in the season’s best activities throughout Southern California. One of my family’s favorite annual fall events is to visit The Irvine Park Railroad’s Annual …