me • hobbies & me time • recipes • food
by Brandi on January 4th, 2012 | 2 Comments »
A few weeks before Christmas, Toffee Crackers were all the buzz with my friends and also on Pinterest. Having never tried them before, I decided to give a recipe from Allrecipes.com a try. It was very good but I think the temperature and cooking time are a bit too high/long. Then, I found this recipe from A Southern Grace. Her temp was not as high but her baking time was a bit longer. Hmmm.
Then, I decided to …
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relationships • me • relationships • lifestyle
by Alicia Ivey on December 25th, 2011 | No Comments »
So today is the big day! First of all, let me begin with Merry Christmas! Sadly, it might end up being one of the last ones you hear for this holiday season. After days of bargain hunting, fighting the holiday traffic, putting up Christmas decorations…, squeezing yourself through
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mom • reviews • family fun • activities-parties
by Kim R. on December 24th, 2011 | 3 Comments »
For most of us, the holidays just wouldn’t be complete without sitting down and enjoying classic holiday family movies… with the ones we love. Whether it’s a new release, or an old classic remastered, here are just a few of the latest new release holiday DVD’s we’ve had the opportunity
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me • arts & entertainment • lifestyle • hobbies-me time
by Susan Krueger on December 23rd, 2011 | 1 Comment »
If you are looking for a last minute Christmas gift that you can whip together for neighbors or friends, these ideas might be the ticket for you!
Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas
Caroling Kit
First up is a Caroling Kit. Start with a copy of all of your favorite Christmas …
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my world • raising giving children • family fun • family fun-traditions
by Jyl Johnson Pattee on December 20th, 2011 | No Comments »
Chocolate. Christmas. Community. Children. All of these things are what I love about the holiday season. So, what could be more perfect than combining all four—kids activities, including homemade gift ideas for the neighbors made of chocolate?
Last night, my kids and I were in an edible arts and crafts…
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mom • family fun & traditions • family fun • family fun-traditions
by Susan Krueger on December 19th, 2011 | 1 Comment »
What do you do when the kids start growing up and the magic is beginning to fade on Christmas morning? Tired of the same old routine…? Get up, experience a wild fury of paper and presents, then it’s done! What can you do? Add present poems!
This is a
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me • arts & entertainment • lifestyle • hobbies-me time
by Susan Krueger on December 16th, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Nothing helps bring the Christmas spirit like festive Christmas music. Each year at Boise High School, the Madrigal and A Capella choirs create a renaissance-era dinner in the old Boise High gymnasium with beautiful music and delicious food.
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It is always held during the first week of December
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mom • family fun & traditions • family fun • family fun-traditions
by Jamie Moesser on December 14th, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Fun family activities can give extra life to your holiday traditions. The holidays, as wonderful as they are, can also be a time of stress, even heartache and difficulty. While they are good occasions to give thanks… for what we have – remember the birth of Jesus with Christmas or
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mom • crafts • food • sweet treats
by Jamielyn Nye on December 12th, 2011 | 4 Comments »
With Christmas just around the corner, I have the perfect little gift idea for you! This simple craft/recipe is so easy to make as neighbor gifts… or for your friends and teachers. Everyone will love this gift! The fun thing about these take-out boxes is that they come in all
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my world • raising giving children • family fun • family fun-traditions
by Jyl Johnson Pattee on November 29th, 2011 | No Comments »
What are the holidays without sweets? And what is Christmas without giving? One of the family traditions we’ve found most memorable, not to mention fun, this time of year is passing out sweet treats… throughout December to thank people for their kindness.
How to Make Reindeer Candy Canes
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