This year, I’m extra excited about the upcoming holidays because not only will we be celebrating in our new home, but I’ll be hosting a holiday Christmas cookie and cocktail party! For as long as I can remember, my family’s Christmas season officially started with cookies. Before I could even reach the countertop, my mom would pull over a kitchen stool so I could “help”. She would get out the baking sheets, the ingredients, and special recipes that were reserved...