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Get those cameras and festive sweaters ready! It’s time to take that perfect family photo you can proudly share with your friends and family on this year’s Christmas cards! Capturing the perfect moment to create the perfect family Christmas card photo is tough, but we know you can do it. Whether you’re hoping to capture smiling faces staring back at the camera, something a bit more candid, or a funny staged shot — the internet is full of Christmas photo ideas.

But who’s got time for that?

The holiday season tends to lengthen the to-do list. Which is why we’ve decided to do the leg work for you. Searching far and wide for some of the internet’s greatest Christmas card photo ideas, we brought them straight to you.

You’re welcome.

[RELATED: How to Get the Best Family Photo For Your Christmas Cards]

Pumpkins have officially taken over your neighborhood (and ours). Fall colors are the official backdrop to all of our Instagram photos and the sweaters have been pulled out from the back of the closet. Pumpkin spice lattes are everywhere and we’re definitely not mad about it. Fall has arrived. And as much as we love the summer heat and the fun pool-side activities that come along with it, fall’s glorious breeze is so welcome. Goodbye summer sweats, helllllo autumn chill. Seriously, are we the only ones excited about this? Fall is not just a beautiful time of the year, it’s also the setting for family time. Something about the hot apple cider and cool outdoor farmer’s markets makes spending time with the whole family an exciting time. 

Fall is the perfect time to get the whole family together and take advantage of this beautiful weather! If you’re at a loss at what you can do with the family, not to worry! Checkout this list of must-do fall activities for the entire family. Continue reading

Somehow we’ve gone from Spring to Halloween in one fell swoop. Did someone just hit the fast forward button? Soon it’ll be time to dress up in your wildest costume and enjoy an adult beverage (or 10).  Spooky jello shots, anyone?

Who says Halloween is just for the kiddos? Well, they were wrong. This list of 29 adult Halloween party ideas is a great example of how you can easily do Halloween — adult version.

So whether you’re in pre-planning mode or scrambling for ideas for an adult Halloween party you’re hosting in a few days, we’ve got the ultimate list of adult Halloween party food, treats, activities, and more!

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Sometimes saying I’m sorry is really hard, but it’s not something you can just skip over. Sending a text or a facebook message may be all fine and well, but sending a real I’m sorry card shows them you care. You care, don’t you? Ok then. Here’s 6 reasons to send an I’m Sorry card right now. [Don’t worry, you can do it from your computer!] Continue reading

Ever feel like a giant gray cloud has been glued to the top of your head? We know we have. Feeling gloomy is something we’re all far too familiar with so we know just how meaningful a little encouraging nudge from someone we love can be. Maybe a giant tub of ice cream helps quite a bit too, but encouragement has less sugar. Know someone who’s feeling down lately and in need of some hyping? Why not encourage the discouraged with an inspirational quote? With the world constantly at the brink of collapse (or so it seems), it’s more than likely you know someone who could use some love and inspiration.

Having trouble figuring out what to write in a birthday card? You’ve come to the right place. Given the number of birthday cards we send and create every year, we’ve come to think of ourselves as birthday card experts. Writing masterful birthday wishes for a friend or family member requires nothing less than a good heart and a steady hand. Just kidding – it requires very little. Here, we’ve broken down everything from general sample birthday wishes you can include in just about anyone’s birthday card to examples for different relationships you may have in your life. You can browse at your leisure – gaining insight into the whimsical world of birthday card messages or simply use the table of contents to navigate your way to the section that fits your needs. Go ahead, keep reading to find out exactly what to write in a birthday card.

You’ve successfully (you could say) made another run around the sun as a full grown adult. Congrats! This truly is a big feat these days. Your birthday is coming up and you’re itching for a special celebration. As you should. Birthdays should always be special… And certainly not just for children. Adulting is hard (like really hard) so make your adult birthday extra special! Whether you’re planning on throwing a major birthday bash (if the state of the world ever allows us such privileges) with all of your adult-y friends or just a classy small dinner party, we got you covered with 24 snazzy adult birthday party ideas.

Who says being an adult is no fun? Bring on the pizza and giant mojitos!

Summer has finally arrived. Hooray!!! This means more time outside with friends and family. BBQ parties are a great way to spend time outdoors, playing around with the grill, and getting crafty with some fun 4th of July decor. We scoured the world of Pinterest to find you the greatest BBQ party ideas out there. Everything from food to BBQ themed decor, this list of 30 Brilliant BBQ party ideas will get you excited about hosting your next backyard! Continue reading