A Christmas Prayer
Loving Father, help us remember the birth of Jesus, that we may share in the song of the angels, the gladness of the shepherds and the wisdom of the wise men. Close the door of hate and open the door of love all over the world. Let kindness come with every gift and good desires…
Read More What I’ve Been Baking
I love to bake and have been getting my goodies made up for Christmas celebrations. I’ve made: Pumpkin Bread Almond Bark Dipped Ritz Bitz Peanut Butter Star Cookies (my Christmas Favorite) Spritz Cookies (my Grandma made them every Christmas, and my mom, and now me) Peppermint Sugar Cookies (With Hershey’s Candy Cane Kisses) Almond Bark…
Read More Scrabble Lover Craft and Gift Ideas
Several craft ideas using scrabble tiles perfect for gifts and scrabble lovers.
Read More Book Review: THE ART OF RACING IN THE RAIN By Garth Stein
THE ART OF RACING IN THE RAIN By: Garth Stein Published: May 5, 2008 Enzo knows he is different from other dogs: a philosopher with a nearly human soul (and an obsession with opposable thumbs), he has educated himself by watching television extensively, and by listening very closely to the words of his master, Denny…
Read More Scenes From Our Week – Week 11
The weeks are getting quite busy now and I have lots to share from our week! Every year we celebrate the day we got our house, December 15 – 8 years ago now- by having “Family Day”. We have a special meal complete with sparking grape juice. Then after dinner we decorate our Gingerbread Houses together. …
Read More Product Review and Coupon Code: Apothederm Stretch Mark Cream
On November 1, 2011, I began using APOTHEDERM Stretch Mark Cream. The directions stated that I was to use it twice daily, applying to the stretch mark areas and seeing results in as little as 14 days and up to 12 weeks. Trust me, I was skeptical. It has been nearly 7 years since I…
Read More A Couple of Winners
The winner of the PHIX Energy drink mix is frugalmommieof2 said… I would replace my afternoon coke or iced coffee. The winner of the ENERGIZER batteries is Kris K said… I would use the Lithium. They would be used up with the remotes and the wireless mouse! Thanks so much for entering and being visitors…
Read More Check Out BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP for Your Gift Giving
We are huge fans of BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP at our house. Our kids love to go there and pick out new outfits for their bears. The boys gave Reagan a bunny from BUILD-A-BEAR when she was born to welcome her to our family and “Rachel” has been very much loved ever since. Reagan’s birthday is at…
Read More Scenes From Our Week – Week 10
It has been a long week. I woke up at 3:30 Wednesday morning with the mother of all migraines. I used to get migraines all the time, but over the years I have been more careful about the triggers that would bring them on as well as taking different medications to regulate my hormones. Well,…
Read More Book Review: Proof of Heaven by Mary Curran Hackett
PROOF OF HEAVEN By Mary Curran Hackett Published: November 1, 2011 He might be young, but Colm already recognizes the truth: that he’s sick and not getting better. His mother, Cathleen, fiercely believes her faith will protect her ailing son, but Colm is not so sure. With a wisdom far beyond his years, Colm has…
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