From the monthly archives:

January 2010

Valentine DIY: A Clean and Fun Way to Say Happy V-Day!

by Mindy Lockard on January 31, 2010

What is shaped like a heart,

Smells like sugar cookies but won’t have children bouncing off of the walls,

and is a clean way to say Happy Valentine’s Day?
 
Our favorite Valentine Soap!

This is a little tradition in our house.  The girls heart this activity and I heart that it’s something that their classmates will use. 
 
We have adapted this version from one created by the one [...]

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When life gives you oranges…

by Mindy Lockard on January 28, 2010

Yesterday morning I was busy preparing for an early morning presentation for 35 government employees.
Mid-type
Elle: Mom we are having a fiesta today. I think. I am supposed to bring orange juice.
still typing
Me:  Today?
Elle: I’m pretty sure. Is it Wednesday?  Yes, I think Wednesday.
stopped typing, but still distracted.
Me: Okay. I’ll pick up some juice and bring [...]

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Q&A Wednesday: Too Late to send Thank-Yous?

by Mindy Lockard on January 26, 2010

This is a fantastic question I received via the wonders of Twitter last week…

Let’s be honest… we’ve all wondered this at one time or another.  I’ll be the first to admit, I have felt the guilt of the tardy thank-you. 
I believe there are a few home remedies for getting over the guilt and moving on to [...]

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If you’ve been following this blog you know that when I’m not chasing after two little darlings, caring for one big darling, or presenting programs around gracious living… I’m dreaming about food.
This is my most recent dream that haunted me until I put it on the table.
This is what you will need!

2 Pounds Short Ribs [...]

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Honest Scrap Award

by Mindy Lockard on January 24, 2010

Wendy Gabriel from My Green Side has bestowed upon me the honor of  The Honest Scrap Award. Like she mentioned in her post, I don’t usually do these.  In fact, I’ve never done one.  However, because I deeply respect Wendy I’m giving it a shot.  You may know Wendy from ManneroftheMonth.com’s January Issue where she shared her [...]

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