A Day of Giving

For the second year in a row, I was chosen by CEPIA and the RANDOM ACTS OF ZHU to hand out toys to a charity.  I again chose MISSION OF HOPE in Cedar Rapids because of the awesome work they do to help out the least, the last and the lost. December 21, 2011 was…
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Book Review: Wishin’ and Hopin’ by Wally Lamb

Wishin’ and Hopin’ by Wally Lamb Published October 21, 2009 My rating: 4 of 5 stars I found this as a cheap Kindle buy and knew I couldn’t go wrong with a Wally Lamb book. I wanted a Christmas story and even though Christmas wasn’t the focus of the whole story, it was still a…
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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…
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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…
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Scrabble Lover Craft and Gift Ideas

Several craft ideas using scrabble tiles perfect for gifts and scrabble lovers.
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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…
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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. …
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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…
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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…
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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…
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