Thanks for all of the comments from those who visited yesterday! Today we were asked to share a holiday sanity saver with you (what’s the one thing you do or don’t do to get through the season?)I try to keep stress to a minimum even though it seems impossible. Having a shopping list of gifts that have been "requested" can cause stress, especially if they're hard-to-find things.
When it comes to the kids on my list, it's fun to shop for and give them the things they've been wishing for. But for other gifts, I'd rather get family members or friends the things they might not think to ask for or things that they wouldn't expect but I know they'd like. That cuts down on the stress a bit, at least in the shopping department.
So, I guess my advice would be to not ask everyone on your list what they want for Christmas. Take some time to think about what would really surprise them or make them happy and go for it! Give presents that you WANT to give. It's a lot more fun. Just ask Rudolph ;-)
Here are a couple of recipes I'd like to give you! ~
Ginger Snaps with Pumpkin Fluff Dip
Be sure to visit tomorrow because I'll have a fun free project for you to make and use throughout the holiday season or give as a wintry gift. These bloggers have something special for you today:
- Heidi Kaisand Hen and Chicks
- Monique Dillard Open Gate
I love these recipes! I try to fix them every year! I like to give gifts that I want to give!
ReplyDeleteIt is so much more fun!
Good idea about giving gifts you want to give. If you really know the recepient, you should be able to get it.... and it's lots more fun that way!
ReplyDeletethanks for the recipes. I am always looking for something special to bring to the holiday get togethers.
ReplyDeleteThe Ginger Snaps and Pumpkin Fluff Dip sound yummy. Thanks for sharing with all of us.
ReplyDeleteI agree - sometimes buying someone exactly what is on their list is no fun for anyone. It's much nicer to come up with a surprise gift!
ReplyDeletePerfect recipe for Thanksgiving this year.
ReplyDeleteDay #2 - Thank you, Patrick!
ReplyDeleteWe still (the kids are all in their 20s) ask the kids to make out a Wish List! We save those lists too...often they have a note to Mom and Dad included!
Great recipes Love them Thank You again for this wonderful idea
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your recipe. In our family we have eliminated a lot of the stress of shopping by only buying presents for the children. So, it's fun to walk around the mall just because I want to, and not because I have to.
ReplyDeleteGreat tip and yummy recipie! Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteThat fluff might be yummy on a few other things. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteAnother great recipe. I had a bumper crop of pumpkins this year, so this will be great to try.
ReplyDeleteThnaks for the recipe. I think I'll have to try this one this week. Pumpkin fluff sounds so good
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful holiday recipe! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOh, this just sounds sooo good. My family is going to love it. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking I could be happy just dipping my spoon in that pumpkin fluff dip!
ReplyDeleteWe always had a rule with our kids; you can ask for something for your birthday, but not Christmas. Christmas is for giving from the heart, not about what you want;)
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Good thoughts on gift-giving! Thanks! And also, the recipe sounds yummy! :-)
ReplyDeleteGreat recipes! Will make them for our next mini quilting group get together. Thanks a bunch! HUGS... and stitches
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipes and I like your sress saving idea!
ReplyDeleteI love the Rudolph pattern. Super cute. You are SO right about asking for lists from others. I do ask our children now that they are older and have moved out but they are also given the warning along with that request not to hold their breath on anything from the list. They know I am fairly good at getting something they will love but I ask to get some good ideas too. They just get that disclaimer not to expect what is on their lists.
ReplyDeleteThanks again for another recipe. I love gingersnaps but have never tried them with a dip. This looks wonderful.
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Interesting recipes.
ReplyDeletePumpkin Fluff sounds pretty good - I might have to try it with all three dippers - Thanks
ReplyDeleteI clicked on the card, but no recipe. Will have to try again...
ReplyDeleteSometimes it's hard to give away the gifts you want to give, especially if you have similar taste to the recipient! This sounds like a wonderful recipe that everyone at my house would love. Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteLeslie S. in MN
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I checked the page, Michelle, and the link is working. If your connection is slow, wait a little bit for it. :)
ReplyDeleteAll these recipes are great! What to make first?!
ReplyDeleteYummy recipes! Thanks so much! Rudolph is adorable ... will have to be on my "gotta make" list .... um finish next year ;) Thanks, Patrick!!
ReplyDeleteDippers? Love the concept...especially for dessert...thanks!
ReplyDeleteI think the fun of shopping is in the hunt!
ReplyDeleteThe recipes are great, just like the ones from party with patrick. Can't wait to get started on my Christmas baking to try the new recipes
ReplyDeleteWhoooh, these look yummy. Thank you, Patrick for participating in the blog hop. ~Kathleen
ReplyDeleteI, too, was having problems with the link to the recipe. I think it is a browser issue. I usually use Google Chrome, so I thought I'd try Internet Explorer. Voila! success. Pumpkin Fluff with graham crackers sounds so good! Now I can go back and download yesterday's recipe.
ReplyDeleteLove the recipe. keep up the good work
ReplyDeleteThat's good advice. some of my favorite gifts are things I wouldn't buy for myself.
ReplyDeleteThis cookie sounds great.....BUT, pumpkin fluff.......YUMMY!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipes!!!
ReplyDeleteI love to try new things at the holidays - your recipe sounds great!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipes. I love ginger snaps and the pumpkin fluff sounds yummy!
ReplyDeleteThe recipe sounds delicious!!! And I like your advice for gifts.
ReplyDeletePumpkin Fluff - sounds like a great dipper!
ReplyDeleteLove your designs. Thanks for helping make this hop so much fun!
Thanks for the heads-up, Barb :)
ReplyDeleteLove Ginger Snaps and the pumpkin fluff sounds heavenly! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYUMMY Cookies, thank you!
ReplyDeleteSheilaC
Ginger snaps are one of my Favorite cookies. Like the fluff recipe......Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI like your idea of not asking people what they want. Sometimes you have to do that, but it is so much more memorable and enjoyable to choose yourself.
ReplyDeleteI'll bet the Pumpkin Fluff would be great to dip pieces of fruit into also. Thanks for the recipe.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your style! And being from Arizona also, I can relate to your enjoyment of snow since we rarely see it! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteRecipe sounds great!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteOkay, so this year I won't give you my Christmas list. ;-) I'll just wait and be surprised.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your pumpkin fluff recipe. Sounds yummy. Can't wait to try it. Thanks too for the tips in gift giving.
ReplyDeleteGreat shopping tips. Thanks for the recipes ...they sound delicious.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tips. The cookies sound good for Thanksgiveing.
ReplyDeleteYum. Thanks for the recipe!
ReplyDeleteInteresting recipe. Cookies with a dip. I have to book mark your site!
ReplyDeleteGinger cookies are so good! Thanks for the recipe.
ReplyDeleteThose are great tips and a great recipe.
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