Life & Style

T’was the night before Christmas in the rural countryside outside of Powell, Wyoming, located near picturesque Montana and Yellow Stone Park. Two young sisters Emerald, age 4, and Beverly, age 20 months, were asleep downstairs, in a room furnished just for them in their two- story home, while their dad, Nate, and pregnant mom, Brittany, were upstairs also asleep. In the living room was a Christmas tree wonderfully decorated, its branches sheltering the presents that Santa Claus had brought the two young girls.

Is the whole family coming over for the holidays? Or perhaps you'd like to share some festive cheer with your neighbors? Now's the time to start planning. Here are some helpful tips to make your holiday fun, easy and relaxing!!

Stock Your Pantry Get ready for hosting with a well-stocked pantry and freezer. Must-haves include quick, no-cook appetizers; basic baking ingredients; spices and marinades; and...