relationships • lifestyle
by Jyl Johnson Pattee on May 27th, 2012 | 2 Comments »
From the time I was in elementary school and into high school, I only wanted to be one thing career wise when I grew up: a greeting card writer for Hallmark.
Instead of practicing my writing, which may have actually landed me my dream job, I simply spent hours…
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lifestyle • hobbies-me time
by Cambria VandeMerwe on April 12th, 2012 | No Comments »
There’s something about printing words yourself that puts so much more meaning into the message. Calligraphy is an art that makes handwriting beautiful. Not only is it charismatic but it is also a fun and rewarding hobby.
How to
Supplies:
- Ink- available at craft stores and comes in an
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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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my world • Leaving a Legacy • family fun • family fun-traditions
by tammykling on December 11th, 2011 | No Comments »
When I was 21 and interviewing for my first job in the corporate world, I remember reading an inspirational story on the airplane ride to the interview. I highlighted several passages and used them verbatim. The executive interviewing me asked, "How do you know so much at a young age?"…
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giving back • my world • Mom It Forward Mondays • tips for giving back
by Mom It Forward on November 21st, 2011 | No Comments »
This week's Season of Service challenge may be the easiest yet for all you bloggers out there for whom writing is your bread and butter. We challenge you to write just a little more for the sake of someone else. Here are a few ideas:
10 Bite-Size Ways to Serve…
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