Replacement Controller For Santa's Best Pixel Christmas Tree?I brought a 7ft Pixel tree made by Santa's Best about three years ago from a well-known TV retailer. It worked for one year, stored it for two years, and went to set up this year. About a third of the pixels light up. I checked and all strands have power. I think it might be the controller. I have reached out to the company and have not gotten a response. I am told the controller must be compatible with the model number on the remote which is listed as PIXEL-NM. Where can I go to get a replacement?
Volunteering to Feed the Homeless on Christmas?I would like to know if there are any places in Columbus, Ohio that are serving the homeless on Christmas Day?
Dealing With Christmas Stress?I'm struggling to find a way to cancel Christmas. I'm going on 75 and already dreading the holidays. I do all the work, cooking, cleaning, and decorating. I live with my adult son and right after Thanksgiving he asks me when the tree is going up. He want to bring back childhood memories, but doesn't want to help.
Name for Preschool Christmas Musical?Our church and preschool will be joining together to sing some Christmas carols for our Christmas service. What could a fun name be for Christmas?
Buying Your First Christmas Tree and Decorations?Can someone give me advice on how to buy a Christmas tree, ornaments, lights?
Christmas Photo Clothing Ideas for Siblings?I need ideas for clothing for a Christmas photo for my brothers, aged 11 and 9 months. Any ideas?
Favors for Church Christmas Dinner?I'm looking for some ideas for favors for our Church Christmas dinner. The theme is "Promise of Light".
When Do You Stop Giving Christmas Gifts to Adult Nieces and Nephews?At what point is it reasonable to stop giving Christmas gifts to adult nephews and nieces? When they marry? Have children of their own? Turn 25?
What is This Christmas Song?Years ago I sang a Christmas carol at church. I would like all the words to it as I can't remember them all. What I do remember is the start, "Fair are the skies overhead", then it ends with "Sleep little manger child sleep".
Holiday Stress?I'm looking for your best advice for having a stress free holiday. It can be cooking, party planning, traveling, or gift giving. This information is for a magazine article and I will quote you. Thanks.
Alternatives to a Christmas Tree?I won't have a tree this year, my husband doesn't believe. This is tough on me and hard for me to explain to my 5 year old granddaughter. Does anyone have any ideas for something that would look like a tree? Happy holidays.
Keeping Someone from Buying an Item You Bought Them for Christmas?How do you tell someone not to buy something because you already bought it for them without them knowing that you bought it for them? This is for a Christmas present for my sister ...
Painting Artificial Christmas Tree White?Can I paint a green artificial Christmas tree white? How can I do that?
Need Ideas for an Advent Calendar?Any ideas on how to make a homemade advent calender? I want to make one my daughter can keep for a couple of years. I am open to it being made out of about anything cloth, wood, etc.
How Can Santa Come If I Have No Money?Every year, there are financial troubles around the holidays and this year will be no different. Christmastime can be hard for families, especially with young children, if funds are tight. Here are some ideas submitted by our ThriftyFun community. If you have any tips, please post them here.
Christmas Card Tree?Christmas Card Tree. How do I make a Christmas tree out of the Christmas cards I received? I hate throwing them away.
Small Items to Send to Troops?I received an email with names of soldiers serving in Iraq who do not get any mail from home. I would like to send each of these soldiers a note of encouragement and support and I would like to enclose small items that they might like.
The Best Christmas Movies and TV Specials?I would like to know your favorite Christmas TV special and/or movie.
Christmas Countdown Calendars?Christmas Countdown Calendars. Does anyone know where to find those Christmas countdown calendars with the chocolate figures in them for each day? I looked everywhere but still can't seem to find them!
Twelve Days of Christ Ideas for a Boy?I am looking for ideas for the 12 days of christmas for a teenage boy?
Asking Family To Not Exchange Gifts?We have a very big family. Gift giving gets very expensive with Christmas and all the birthdays, etc. We are trying to buy a house and our income in a lot less then others in the family. Is there a polite way to bring up the "let's not exchange gifts" conversation?
Having a Good Christmas Without Gifts?Christmas is caming and I don't have money to buy gifts for my kids and I know that all we need is our love. I just would like the kids to be happy so how can I make a good Christmas for my kids without gifts?
Need Help with Christmas Presents?Can my children and I get help with Christmas presents this year?
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What Should We Put in Hospital Goodie Bags?I am taking my children to visit children in the hospital. I would like suggestions of FRUGAL ideas for goodie bags that my children may hand out to those in the hospital. I am on a very tight budget but believe in teaching my children the importance of thinking of others-- this time of year kids often want, want, want! And I want them to realize the needs of others.
Any suggestion would be very welcomed. - Lisa
