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Where Did Summer Go?

Wow I could not believe it had been three months since we had posted on our blog!  Busy, busy summer and now busy preparing for the holiday rush in our stores. Hope everyone had a great summer and enjoyed it … Continue reading

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Time For A Little Drinkie Poo

LOL, yes it is! It’s summer time and I love those fruity girly summer time cocktails, don’t you? We are having company tonight, 3 other couples, to celebrate one of the couple’s recent engagement. The menu is easy and lets … Continue reading

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Skillet Lasagna

Yummy, quick fix for the cool evenings we have been having in the Midwest. Skillet Lasagna adapted from Family Fun Ingredients 1 1/4 cups ricotta cheese or cottage cheese (I used low-fat cottage cheese) 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon salt … Continue reading

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Cool Summer Treat

I found this really cool idea for Mom’s at Busy Bees blogspot.  The idea is to reward a child with ice cream treats.  You can pick the occasion and let it work for you and your children. Check it out … Continue reading

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Bragging Rights of Mothers

What do Mother’s love to do most?  Brag about their children.  I am doing that today. Some of you may recall the post I did on folding an Easter Bunny napkin.  Today I am posting a napkin Debbie made. Can’t … Continue reading

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Dangerous Chocolate Cake Recipe

I never seem to never get tired of chocolate! So thought I would share this fast, easy chocolate recipe with you. 5 MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE 4 tablespoons flour 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons cocoa 1 egg 3 tablespoons milk … Continue reading

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Life and Food Revolution

I’m not a big TV watcher, but I have to say there are two new shows that I am thoroughly loving to watch these days. DISCOVERY CHANNEL’S LIFE – Planet Earth follow up series called ‘Life’ which premiered March 21st … Continue reading

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Creative Ideas

What little boy wouldn’t be in heaven with this birthday party theme? Save the Date for Cupcakes, every party planner (or Mom’s) creative inspiration where she is sharing a new party idea just about every day. Yeehaw, it’s a barn … Continue reading

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Entertaining with Black and White

Can black and white be my favorite colors when technically they really aren’t colors? Well I love how bold, dramatic, dressy or classic they always look together. The napkins have an offset design that gives you 2/3 scroll work design … Continue reading

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Tablescape Thursday Goes Retro Orange and Aqua Blue

Hello dear friends and welcome to Tablescape Thursday hosted by Between Naps on the Porch. Yes it is that time of the week again where I play with my dishes This is the first time I’ve used this new Home … Continue reading

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