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Giveaway: $25 Starbucks Gift Card

It is time for another bloggy giveaway carnival and I am going take the plunge and participate again. Because I am oh-so-unoriginal and always think you shouldn’t mess with a good thing, I am sponsoring the same exact giveaway as … Continue reading


Celebrating Earth Day

Happy Earth Day, everyone! I hope that you all will be celebrating this special day. We are looking forward to celebrating Earth Day as a family, not just today, but every day. My son is still talking about Earth Hour … Continue reading


At the Car Wash

Two shallow containers of water with just a drop of dish soap. Mommy’s ah-ha moment! Two shower loofahs, instead of sponges, so my children don’t completely soak themselves. Two cars that have been sitting idle in the garage all winter. … Continue reading


Redbox Code 04.21.08

Today’s free code for a Redbox movie is 6XQ15B. This code is good for one free movie and you can use it until midnight tonight. Enjoy a free family movie together! Side Notes: – If you want to rent more … Continue reading


How Our Garden Grows

Welcome to my little garden. After my earnest attempts last year, I realized that the place I had planted in was far too shady for any good growth. After much thought and careful consideration in my yard, I decided to … Continue reading


A Drizzly Saturday

Ethan’s prayers were answered and we had a drizzly Saturday. The drizzles weren’t so bad that they couldn’t play outside, but Ryan had other plans for his Saturday that required total concentration. We have just a few more rows to … Continue reading


Freebie Friday: April 18, 2008

Thanks to Heather, from Freebies 4 Mom, for helping again with our list this week. She had a great list and has tons more freebies available on her site. There is now a part two to the home baker secrets … Continue reading


MomAdvice Weekly Recap: 04.18.08

My son is back to school and Spring Break has ended. We had so much fun this past week that he was very reluctant to return back to school. I think I made it a fun vacation for him and … Continue reading


Morning & Night

Now that it has finally warmed up, Emily & I can start taking our walks in the morning again. As soon as I drop Ethan off, we pull into the garage and get that old stroller out. I fill the … Continue reading


Amy’s Notebook 04.17.08

This sewing bag is so cute (@ Mackville Road) Aren’t these aprons made from hankies darling? (@ An Apron A Day) The book-lover in me hearts this bag made from a book (@ Curbly Video) Another great way to use … Continue reading