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Holiday traditions, Thanksgiving recipes, top Christmas gifts
Yule Blog
Holiday traditions, Thanksgiving recipes, top Christmas gifts
DVD Stocking Stuffers
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A Planet Earth cameraman films emperor penguins in Antarctica. (Discovery Channel / BBC)
Posted by: WhitneyMWS
I always try and pick a DVD or two to stick into the stockings each
year. This year, there's a great selection of new movies recently
released to pick from:
For the Kids:
Ratatouille,
which came out this week (November 6th) - Disney's latest about a rat
from the country who finds himself in Paris restaurant helping a human
chef cook. It's cute and fun - appropriate for all ages.
Pixar's Short Films Collection - Volume 1
- finally, all those little "mini movies" that we've been seeing at the
beginning of each Pixar Film are available in one movie. Mater &
the Ghostlight from Cars and more. Definitely entertaining and fun for
the kids.
Meet the Robinsons
- which came out in late October - another Disney movie about a boy who
time travels and must save the fate of his future. Appropriate for all
ages.
Shrek 3 - coming out November 13th. Get a copy next week when it releases - new movies are almost always on sale release week.
Enchanted Tales - this one's for the girls, two short stories about Princess Jasmine from Aladdin and Princess Aurora from Sleeping Beauty
For the Family:
Planet Earth
(see photo) - we love this show and I save it on DVR any chance I get.
For those of you unfamiliar, this is a series that was taped through
the BBC (the version on Discovery in the States has Sigourney Weaver
narrating but the DVD series has the original British narrator). Each
show is beautiful - it shows various regions of the world and shows
natural wonders you've only dreamed of seeing. The show definitely
emphasizes the urgency to conserve and preserve, a nice message to give
our children.
I personally think it's age appropriate for all.
We haven't seen every episode and there are definitely some shots that
show nature at work (a predator killing a prey) and some of them are
not fun to see but it's nature. If you don't feel that sort of thing
is appropriate for your child, screen it first. But truly, this is a
series that is great and it's certainly enjoyable for parents as well.
For Your Funny Friend/Dad/Sister:
Flight of the Conchords
- this hysterical duo from New Zealand documents their move to New York
City. They're funny. So very funny - I can't explain it but everything
they do just makes you laugh. I'm getting this one for my sister.
More Holiday Gift Ideas in the Yule Blog:
Young and school-age kids:
Baby Gifts: T-shirts, Onesies, Bows & Other Clothing for the Top Half
Baby Gifts: Socks, Pants & Other Clothing for the Bottom Half
Dear Santa -- Love, 1-Year-Old Baby Boy
Dear Santa -- Love, 4-Year-Old Boy
Lead-Free Toys for Toddlers
Mama's Predictions for the Hot Toys for Christmas 2007
DVD Stocking Stuffers
Tweens and teens:
TV Shows All the Time: The Zune
Gifts for Too-Cool Tweens and Teenagers
More Christmas 2007 Gift Ideas for Teens and Tweens
Adults:
Budget Fashionista's Best Gifts for Women Under $30
Last-Minute Gifts for Everyone (Aunts, Cousins, Mail Carriers)
This Mom's Favorite Buys of the Year
Dear Santa -- Love, Mommy
Dear Santa -- Love, Daddy
Mom and Dad's Gift to Each Other: Redecorating the Bedroom
Mom's Culinary Wish List
Specialty gifts:
Gifts for Foodies Under $25
Where to Buy Handmade Gifts
Homemade Holiday Gifts
Where to Find Unique, Innovative Gifts
Hanukkah Gift Ideas for All Ages
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I'll blog, Yule Blog, we'll all blog for Christmas. Check in at this group blog to learn about the Family Bloggers'
oldest holiday traditions, most beloved recipes, creative craft ideas,
predictions for 2007's top Christmas gifts, and tips for hosting the
many holiday dinners that await us.
- December 2007
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- December 31, 2007
Eat Like a Hobbit: Our 'Lord of the Rings' New Year's Menu - December 25, 2007
It's All Over. Now Let the Real Fun Begin! - December 25, 2007
A Very Tech-y Christmas - December 20, 2007
Hoppin' John Holiday Appetizer Dip - December 20, 2007
Holiday Cookie Exchange Reverie - December 19, 2007
Baby Gifts: Clothing For The Top Half - December 19, 2007
Nightmare DURING Christmas: Tips for Getting Past Holiday Stress or Depression - December 19, 2007
Braving the Crowds for Christmas Traditions - December 19, 2007
Our Family Resolutions for the New Year - December 17, 2007
Holiday Baking: Princess Peg's English Toffee - December 17, 2007
I'm a Tradition Junkie - December 14, 2007
300 Christmas Cookie Recipes - December 14, 2007
Coupon: 40% Off Baby and Kid Shoes at Vincent Shoes -- Expires 12/16 - December 14, 2007
Throwing a Kid-Friendly Christmas Party - December 14, 2007
DVD Stocking Stuffers - December 14, 2007
The Budget Fashionista: Best Gifts for Women under $30 - December 14, 2007
Last-Minute Gifts for Everyone - December 12, 2007
Lead-Free Gifts - December 12, 2007
I Live in Christmas City, USA - December 12, 2007
Sprucing Up an Artificial Christmas Tree - December 11, 2007
I Believe! - December 11, 2007
My Kids' Gifts: TV Shows Zoom Along With You -- in a Zune! - December 10, 2007
Gifts for Your Favorite Foodie Under $25 - December 10, 2007
My Culinary Wish List - December 10, 2007
Christmas Baking with My Teen: Butter Pecan Shortbread Cookies and Pot de Creme - December 7, 2007
Baby Gifts: Clothing For The Bottom Half - December 7, 2007
Saving Money for Christmas - December 7, 2007
Elf Yourself - December 7, 2007
A Letter to Santa From Daddy - December 6, 2007
Where to Buy Handmade Holiday Gifts - December 6, 2007
Places to Seek the Unique for Holiday Gifts - December 6, 2007
It's a Wonderful Life - December 5, 2007
Cheated By the December Birthday? - December 5, 2007
A Letter for Santa From Mommy - December 5, 2007
I Got My Christmas Present Early: Redecorating the Master Bedroom - December 4, 2007
Recipes for Our Traditional Christmas Treats: Cookie Dough Bites and More - December 4, 2007
Cool Christmas 2007 Gift Ideas for Teens and Tweens - December 3, 2007
When Holiday Gatherings Are Just Overwhelming - December 3, 2007
Dear Santa -- Love, 4-Year-Old Boy
- December 31, 2007
- November 2007
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- November 30, 2007
Teen Gifts: 'Mom, You Are So Uncool...Here's My Christmas List' - November 30, 2007
It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas - November 29, 2007
Homemade Holiday Gifts - November 28, 2007
Dear Santa -- Love, 1-Year-Old Baby Boy - November 28, 2007
Turkey Day in Review - November 28, 2007
Christmastime Cinnamon Scones - November 27, 2007
Black Friday Insanity: A Guide - November 26, 2007
Blending Families: Celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah - November 26, 2007
The Great Leftover Debate -- Solved! - November 20, 2007
Giving Thanks (In a Superficial But Fun Way) for Mom's Favorite Buys - November 19, 2007
Cooking My First Bird - November 19, 2007
Gourmet Thanksgiving Dinner: Plan of Attack - November 15, 2007
Thanksgiving Dinner for Two - November 15, 2007
Car Checklist for Your Holiday Road Trip - November 13, 2007
Hanukkah Gift Ideas for All Ages - November 12, 2007
Links for Planning a Great Thanksgiving - November 8, 2007
Coupons: It's Never Too Early to Order Your Holiday Cards - November 6, 2007
Mama's Predictions for the Hot Toys for Christmas 2007 - November 5, 2007
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: From Halloween into Thanksgiving
- November 30, 2007



