recipes • food
by Jamie Moesser on May 4th, 2012 | 1 Comment »
Easter has passed, but Mothers’ Day, Memorial Day, and many other excuses for getting together with friends and family are right around the corner. Many of the same dishes traditionally served at the big Easter meal can still be great features of memorable get-togethers, if only with little twists. If you happen to have a mother or mother-in-law who happily fills the role of chef at those gatherings, count your blessings. If, on the other hand, you are the …
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family fun • family fun-traditions
by Shell Rouch on April 25th, 2012 | 1 Comment »
In a family with three boys, trying to get them all to agree on anything is always a challenge. But every now and then, we latch onto something that we all enjoy as a family. And we make it into a family tradition.
Traditions… don’t have to revolve around
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crafts • decor/DIY
by Dariela Cruz on April 23rd, 2012 | 2 Comments »
I love to do lots of crafts but I have never done Spring decorations for the home. I love garlands and I’ve been eyeing these fun fabric and felt flowers, so here is what I came up with. It’s really easy to make and very versatile for decoration!
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How to
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crafts • decor/DIY
by Amy Waller on April 16th, 2012 | 1 Comment »
This burlap wreath is so perfect for Spring! Heck, it’s perfect for any season since the felt flowers are interchangeable! Don’t you just love it when you have one piece that can serve you well no matter the season? I sure do!
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I’m in love with how this wreath
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recipes • food
by Flavia Scalzitti on March 23rd, 2012 | No Comments »
Although I cook and bake mostly everything from scratch…, there are a handful of pre-packaged ingredients that I regularly stock in my pantry to help make meal preparation a little easier and faster. Items such as canned beans, canned tomatoes, and frozen vegetables are always within reach. Puff pastry
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parenting • home management
by Barbara Reich on March 18th, 2012 | 1 Comment »
Spring is in the air and with spring comes the first major holidays of the year – Easter and Passover. There’s no reason to stress, though. Set guidelines for yourself. You’ll be amazed at how a few simple rules can change the entire holiday experience!
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How to De-Stress and Get
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lifestyle • hobbies-me time
by Mary Beth Rust on March 14th, 2012 | 1 Comment »
Ok, Girls! Saddle up, because this Spring is going to be different. I’m sure you’ve all been noticing all the wonderful colors in the shops and mini styles…, as in tiny styles. Tiny shorts, tiny skirts, tiny sleeves. I know you’re thinking, “The spring shorts come out before the
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crafts • decor/DIY
by Angie Holden on February 15th, 2012 | No Comments »
It is only February, but aren’t you ready for spring? This wreath will hang on your front door to welcome spring and your guests. Welcome your friends with a cheery Hello using paints from Plaid.
Craft Project: How To Make a “Hello” Spring Wreath
Materials:
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me • health & fitness
by Fiona Bryan on April 16th, 2011 | 5 Comments »
…I love to run. When I run, the chaos of my daily life becomes a distant echo that lingers at the back of my mind for a few moments until it eventually fades to nothing. Peace and quiet call to me and running brings me there. My friends think I’m
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mom • crafts
by Kim Demmon on March 28th, 2011 | 6 Comments »
As mothers, we become obsessed with creating wonderful memories for our children, especially for holidays. I have found a couple of sites that I’ve featured on Today’s Creative Blog… in the past that will curl your toes with excitement when it comes to great, simple, and inexpensive craft ideas. The
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