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Hosts of Holiday Parties Tend to Ignore Safety Issues

Will you be having a holiday party in your home this year? Don’t forget some common sense safety concerns. Being aware of potential safety issues is a good way to avoid having to contact your insurance company to file a claim when the party is over. A poll was done by MetLife Auto & Home Safety Pulse. The poll asked people questions about safety issues that can arise during a holiday party that takes place in one’s home. It turns out that there are plenty of hosts who ignore some important safety concerns. Failure to take some common sense precautionary … Continue reading →

Holiday Party Manners

What do you do if…? Is it okay when…? Some situations may come up during your holiday party that require a bit of manners to deal with. How do you know what the right thing to do is? Take a look at this primer for some common issues that may come up during your holiday party. Bringing Something Even the best intentions can result in a lapse in manners. If you are the guest, it is appropriate to bring something to the party, but what you are expected to bring can make a big difference. If the party is a … Continue reading →

Babies Welcome?

My husband and I had plans with a group of friends this weekend. I automatically planned on bringing our baby along, until someone asked, “Oh, she’s coming with you guys?” After being asked that question, I wondered when the day would come that I’d feel comfortable leaving her with someone else. I go shopping quite often without her, but I leave her with my husband. I’ve left her on a couple of occasions with her grandparents, but it’s only been for less than an hour. I’ve never left her for an entire evening, and we certainly haven’t left her overnight. … Continue reading →