The Advent wreath is packed away, but let's keep celebrating that the darkness has not overcome. Serve celebration food (or just lunch) with star-topped cocktail picks .

And Rome was Colin's number one pick for our next big trip. You can also come back this week and next for packing lists, pilgrimage planning tips, family travel

copper measuring spoons - I love how these fit so well into jars wide mouth jars - we use these for packing construction, keeps coffee hot forever teak spatulas - I have frequently gifted these bamboo drying rack

smallest "room" in the apartment and when we first moved in, there were many issues with the space: lack I absolutely love the pretty walnut color, the chair backs shaped like violins (my favorite instrument To make full use of every inch, look high and low: I added a wine rack to the top shelf (we also use This little room is packed with sentimental value. Tucked through the chrome rack are special objects like this bell from the parade krewe my grandfather

At I first suspected it might be just another fling that eventually ended in throwing them to the back They don't take any space in packing, which is why I bring them on every single trip I take.

If you find yourself suddenly in the mood to catch a parade but you’re not packed yet, just go anyway No, repeat it back. Yes, I’m serious. This matters. Feel free to bring along a few snacks, but don’t try to pack a whole cute picnic thing because you’ll to back). Come back this week for my comprehensive parade kit with notes for use.

A pretty jar is one of the loveliest ways to pack a lunch bag. Never hack away at your nails with a janky file again. B amboo drying rack :  You never have to choose between practical and pretty.

You’ll see colorful, curlicue architecture packed with historic charm.

Concerts, sporting events, small getaways, epic vacations, special restaurant outings, trampoline park purchases or equipment required (unless you're also planning to gift those items as part of the reveal package If you're gifting trampoline park passes, include those special required socks. If they need a travel bag, give or make arrangements to borrow one so all they have to do is pack it.

Then a seamstress friend casually suggested altering the back and made my Mardi Gras ball gown dreams If there's particular food or drink you'd like to enjoy, pack it in tote and bring it along.

: Delightful Tinned Fish Recipes for Every Occasion (hardcover) , $23: A colorful, whimsical beauty packed

soul, just a crowd of people anxious to get to the free bar, too occupied fishing out car keys and packing