Inspired Living Omaha: The Holiday Edition

First jobs, first bosses and next steps.

Three years ago, the family owners of Automatic Printing Co. found themselves in a dilemma. Was it time to sell? The family couldn’t decide.

Mary Jochim was born to love Christmas. Her birthday is Dec. 25. The holiday baby loves to tell people she and Jesus were born on the same day, different year.

The mere mention of Christmas puts a twinkle in his eye. Larry Kleinlein can’t help himself. He loves making his home red, white and merry for the December holidays.

Figuring out what birds you want to attract is the first step

At Lauritzen Gardens, adults with disabilities help make ornaments to attract feathered friends

Judee Dix’s holiday decorating is legendary. Each November and December, she entertains a steady stream of special requests for a peek inside her 1905 Victorian home in Oakland, Nebraska, about 60 miles north of Omaha.

“Each year, we add more and more,’’ Omaha man says 

'Classy' hue takes over living area, while Santa tree goes in the basement

Every Christmas tree doesn’t have to be a 6-foot spruce. You can still get in the spirit of the season while opting for something that fits the scale of your space, budget and time constraints.

By its very nature, December is pure magic.

On a cold day, even a bad pot roast is still arguably good. But one would hope that the bar is set at least a little higher than simply satisfying.