NEVER skip Mother's Day.  Children and fathers and husbands have all learned that the hard way.  Mothers work hard. They often shoulder most of the load of family obligations, even when they work full-time.  Mother's Day might have started as a greeting card holiday, but you can never go wrong celebrating Mom on this day just for her. Along with neat gift ideas, here's ...

As a Southern California resident, I've partied out to Cinco de Mayo (the fifth of May) many times...so I'm looking forward quite happily to this year's big bash. My non-Mexican heritage children are, too. So what's the fuss about, anyway? And what can you do to involve your kids (and yourself!) in this fun and fabulous fiesta? Read on for tips on including your little muchachos in the celebration. Teach Them About the Day First of all, ...

Crepe paper is my absolute favorite new party decoration item.  It is so versatile. I've always used crepe paper, but got very into it during my recent super bowl party. Here are 10 ways to use crepe paper to liven up your decorating scheme: Crepe paper swags:  drape crepe paper from point to point in individual swags, or twisted with different colors. HINT: if twisting two colors together, keep ...