San Antonio Apartment Living: December 2018
Welcome to this month’s edition of San Antonio Apartment Living, brought to you by Hunter’s Glen, our apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX. This month we’re here to help you celebrate December. We’re highlighting an upcoming holiday, new movie releases, a board game to play with your loved ones, and more.
Upcoming Holiday Highlight: National Letter Writing Day
Guess what? December 7th is National Letter Writing Day! Sure, the physical writing of a letter may be an act that’s in decline, but we encourage you to make an exception this month. Before the internet and smartphones, writing letters was a major means of communication. There is no better time to get back to this tradition than this month — one well-known for a time of giving and thinking of others. Need some advice regarding this? Check out these tips for writing holiday letters.
Movie Highlight: Mary Poppins Returns
We’re excited to watch many movies this month, but especially Mary Poppins Returns which is coming to theaters on December 19th. The following description was found on IMDB.com.
“In Depression-era London, a now-grown Jane and Michael Banks, along with Michael's three children, are visited by the enigmatic Mary Poppins following a personal loss. Through her unique magical skills, and with the aid of her friend Jack, she helps the family rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives.”
Board Game Highlight: Saboteur
One of our favorite things to do this time of year is play board games with loved ones. Here’s a great game that up to 10 people can enjoy together: Saboteur.
From the above link: “Players take on the role of dwarves. As miners, they are in a mine, hunting for gold. Suddenly, a pick axe swings down and shatters the mine lamp. The saboteur has struck. But which of the players are saboteurs? Will you find the gold, or will the fiendish actions of the saboteurs lead them to it first? After three rounds, the player with the most gold is the winner.”
Recipe Highlight: Hot Chocolate
Just because we’re in San Antonio, TX doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy a nice cup of winter’s favorite drink: hot chocolate.
This seasonal drink looks delicious! You’ll need 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, 3 cups whole milk, 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, 3 tablespoons demerara or granulated sugar, and lightly sweetened whipped cream. Click on the above link for further instructions.
Something to Remember as you Celebrate...
For many people, December is a month that’s packed with holiday shopping, gift giving, and time with friends and loved ones. No matter how you’re planning to celebrate during the month, may we make a few suggestions:
First, make time for others. This is a given, and probably expected as you might be visiting relatives in the coming weeks. If you’re expecting visitors, take time out of your schedule to make them feel important. There’s a quote we love that goes something like this: people will take time to spend with you, friends will make time. Something to think about.
Second, make time for yourself. Hey, this month can get busy and stressful. Don’t keep yourself too busy that you don’t find time for doing things that you love. We’re sure you can make some time to pick up that book you’ve been trying to read!