Category Archives: Figi’s
How to Spring Clean the Fast and Easy Way
It’s finally spring! The sun is shining, the birds are singing and your house… is a disaster. During the winter season, it is easy to push housework to the bottom of the to-do list. From the middle of the October … Continue reading
Filed under Figi's, Traditions
How to Alleviate the Symptoms of Cabin Fever
Are you having trouble concentrating? Are you feeling impatient? Do you have an uncontrollable itch to get outside? If so, you are likely experiencing the symptoms of Cabin Fever. During the winter months – especially in areas like Wisconsin where snow … Continue reading
Cheese: The MVP of Super Bowl Appetizers
Although we are disappointed our Green Bay Packers did not make it to the Super Bowl again this year; we are excited to watch the New England Patriots and New York Giants battle for the Super Bowl XLVI Championship title. … Continue reading
New Year’s Resolution Self Check
It’s now the second week in January; how are you doing with your New Year’s Resolution? If you are having trouble getting motivated, you are definitely not the first and you will most certainly not be the last. As a … Continue reading
Filed under Figi's, Holiday, Traditions
New Year, New Resolution
Where did the year go? It seems like it was only yesterday that we were celebrating the coming of 2011; now the year has already come and gone within the blink of an eye. It’s true what they say; each year goes … Continue reading
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(More) Fun Facts About Top Christmas Songs
After our last post, Fun Facts About the Top Christmas Songs of All Time, we learned from our readers that we missed quite a few popular Christmas songs. So we have decided to write a sequel. Here are more fun … Continue reading
The Short Story of St. Nicholas
Tonight, children all around the world will hang their stockings or set their shoes by the back door before bed. They will then have to try and contain their excitement until the morning to see what goodies St. Nick has … Continue reading
Filed under Figi's, Holiday, Traditions
The History of Advent Calendars
December is here and by now children and adults alike are beginning to count down the days until Christmas. There are several different accessories used to count down to Christmas including ornaments, signs and even screensavers, but by far the … Continue reading
18 Things to Do With Leftover Turkey
Now that Thanksgiving is over, what is there to do with all the leftovers? If your families are anything like ours, there are always plenty of unfinished dishes after the big meal and there is always plenty of turkey left for … Continue reading
6 Ways to Prepare for Thanksgiving Dinner TODAY
If you’ve hosted a holiday meal at your home in the past, you know preparing for guests can be a big job. Whether it’s the cleaning, planning or cooking, preparing for a holiday celebration can be stressful and overwhelming. While … Continue reading
