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Fall Cleaning Checklist

Fall is here – even if you aren’t ready! One thing you can get ready, though, is your home with a little Fall cleaning. Don’t spend too much time on getting your home spiffy for Fall, though, and miss out on all those fun activities that are coming up. Instead, knock it all out in one…

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Fellowes Laminator Review & Giveaway

Disclosure: I received a Fellowes Saturn 2 95 Laminator for the purpose of this review.  All opinions expressed here are my own. Do you remember that giddy feeling you had as a child when you received that one special birthday or Christmas gift?  You know, the one that you were really, really, really, really, hoping…

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DIY Spooky Spoons

Halloween is the time for all this spooky , so grab a few wooden spoons and create a little spookiness yourself! These DIY spooky spoons are so easy to make, and kids will love crafting them and giving them their own spooky spin. Take a peek below at how you can get started making your…

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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Showing in theaters on October 10, 2014, Disney’s “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” follows 11-year-old Alexander in his (mis)adventures as he experiences the most terrible and horrible day of his young life! Soon enough, he discovers that he’s not alone when his mom, dad and his siblings all find themselves…

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Halloween Wars Season Premiere

Who’ll be the last team standing to win the title of Halloween Wars champion and plus a $50,000 grand prize as it premieres on October 05? Hosted by Justin Willman, teams will go head-to-head each week to create different themed pumpkin displays. The categories for each week include “The Haunted Farm”, “Don’t Go Into the…

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Easy and Delicious Beef Stew Recipe

Who doesn’t want a hearty beef stew recipe that’s also full of rich homemade flavor? This is an easy way to get in servings of protein and vegetables. Match this with some crisp green salad on a colder day and you’re all set for the homey experience. 🙂 You’ll Need: 5 Large Potatos 1/2 Stock…

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Homeschooling a Fidgety Child

Unlock Your Fidgety Child’s Ability to Learn and Focus By JK Mergens Teaching is hard enough, but when you have a child who has a hard time focusing, it can seem impossible! I’m talking about the type of child who has the uncontrollable need to fidget with something at all times. He is easily distracted by the…

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How to Choose a Homeschool Co-op

A homeschool co-op is a group that comes together for a common purpose—homeschooling. Often, these groups, made up of homeschooling parents, cooperate for the education of their children, meeting once or twice a week (sometimes more) to share resources, organize events, and venture out on field trips. These groups also serve as support networks. Think…

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DIY Frugal Fall Pillow

Create your own easy and inexpensive frugal fall pillow, perfect for adding some warmth to your space! You can make your own frugal fall pillow with just a few common crafting supplies, and the end result is a custom made pillow that is so charming and fun for the fall season. Take a look below…

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Easy Appetizer Recipe: Cheddar Puffs

Not only is this an easy appetizer recipe, but it’s likely you already have all of the ingredients on hand.  Little ones can help knead the mixture and shaping the balls. Easy Appetizer Recipe: Cheddar Puffs Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1 1/4 cups flour 1/4 tsp salt Directions: In…

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