Day 15: Cheesecake from Pocono Cheesecake Factory You might think that food isn't really the ideal Christmas gift, but it sure beats a gift card! Like many people I start to run out of ideas by the time I get towards the end of my Christmas list. There are the easier people to shop for that want specific gifts, but by the time I get to the "I have no clue what I want" … [Read more...]
25 Days Of Christmas: Day 14
Day 14: Time Saying that the events that unfolded today in Newtown, CT were heartbreaking would be an understatement. It makes us question a lot of things, and has become one of those "grounding" moments that changes the way you view life. In light of today, our Day 14 "gift" it's not something that you can buy, which is Time. We have busy lives and busy days filled … [Read more...]
25 Days Of A Pocono Christmas: Days 11 & Day 12
I did not get the chance to post Day 11 yesterday due to a nice migraine I had last night, so today we're doing a 2 for 1, listing both Day 11 and Day 12. My apologies! Day 11 & Day 12 - Paint Pottery at Poke-A-Nose Pottery What grandparent wouldn't love to get a hand-painted item from their grandchild for Christmas? If you're a parent that loves the thought, but you … [Read more...]
25 Days Of A Pocono Christmas: Day 10
Day 10: House of Candles, Candles & More House of Candles on Route 715 in Henryville, PA is a little bit off the beaten path for some folks, but is well worth the detour. We've stopped by quite a few times on warmer days just to see the animals that they keep out back behind the store. They have a large variety of birds and also mini horses - for my 2 year old daughter … [Read more...]
25 Days Of A Pocono Christmas: Day 9
Day 9 - Treat Yourself To A Smoothie Still have holiday shopping to do? Treat yourself to the gift of a smoothie. Next time you're doing some shopping on Main Street Stroudsburg, or just passing by on the way to or from the Stroud Mall, take a little detour to Quench Cafe & Juice Bar on 6th Street in Stroudsburg. From Fresh Smoothies to Homemade Chicken Noodle soup, … [Read more...]