They say you never know what you have until it’s gone. I agree. My years as the resident barn owl at Wonderland Farms have taught me that many take what they have for granted.

There’s something magical about Christmas on the farm. The stars in the sky reflecting off of a snowy field, the quiet hum of a heater in the barn office and that sense of peace that comes from being surrounded by open space and loved ones.

Honeycomb is gloriously simple, ridiculously inexpensive and one of the most impressive homemade holiday gifts you can whip up with nothing more than sugar, baking soda and 10 brave minutes.

What can we learn from this year to help us in the next one?

Holiday entertaining does not have to feel like auditioning for a cooking competition.

Generalized anxiety disorder is a common problem and may be associated with panic attacks and sometimes depression, as well.

When it comes to contemporary glass, the highest prices usually go to sculptural, avant-garde pieces made with unconventional techniques. Simpler, more traditional pieces can be bargains.

Eighty-four percent of Christmas tree growers say they anticipate no increase in wholesale prices this year, according to the Real Christmas Tree Board.

There are plenty of options for those wanting to pick their own Christmas tree.