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Hot Toys for 2012: Stompeez

By now, you’ve likely seen the commercials for Stompeez or have noticed the cute comfy slippers on a retail display.  However you have seen or heard about these cute slippers, you know they are irresistibly adorable! They also have a super clever design that has each animal moving with your child’s every step. Stompeez are fluffy, comfortable, […]

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GIFT GUIDES

Hot Toys for 2012: I See Me! Personalized Placemat and Coloring Book

I’m a huge fan of personalized gifts.  Whether it’s hand-crafting a unique item, selecting favorite colors, or imprinting  the  recipient’s name on on a gift, a personal touch is always something I value dearly, and thereby love to give. I See Me! is a company that also values personalized keepsakes. Their mission is to increase […]

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EMPOWER

Holiday Secret: It’s Not Too Early to Start Planning for Next Christmas

The last six weeks of the year can be expensive. From Thanksgiving through Christmas, we do nothing but cook and eat, visit and travel, spend and shop. This can certainly wreak havoc on an otherwise tight budget but it’s not too late to learn some terrific habits from holiday savvy shoppers. Many savvy spenders budget for […]

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GIFT GUIDES

How About A Nice Football? Daisy Red Ryder BB Gun Giveaway

I can recite nearly every memorable line by heart from the 1983 classic “A Christmas Story.”  The only thing wrong with this quirky capability?  I didn’t choose it.  I have developed this nifty, unsettling talent that I rarely put to practical use from being subjected by my husband (and now my children who are fans,) […]

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Gluten Free NOURISH

Gluten Free Baked Spaghetti #Recipe

Gluten Free Baked Spaghetti (recipe below) As I’ve found out, gluten free living can certainly be a challenge to maintain and does mean sacrificing some ol’ stand-by food favorites and discovering new substitutions to maintain a healthy, balanced diet. One of my biggest hang-ups, though with going gluten free is that my family does not […]

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Recipes

Farm Fresh Recipe: Apple Harvest Citrus Sangria

Wondering what to do with the remaining apples from your trip to the orchard or looking for a clever, seasonal drink recipe for your next gathering? Put a spin on a great classic by serving up Apple Harvest Citrus Sangria. Ingredients: 2 red apples 1 750 ml bottle white wine 1/3 cup peach schnapps 1/4 […]

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US Travel

Tranquil View with Cabin Fever Vacations in Pigeon Forge

No matter what reason you may be traveling to the Great Smokey Mountains area, it’s hard not to get drawn in by the breath-taking scenic views.  A sub-range to the Appalachians, this gorgeous vacation spot is full of winding roads, hardwood forests, rolling hills, and mountain peaks. It’s one of my favorite areas to visit […]

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Crafts

How to Craft Halloween Beaded Jewelry

Dressing up in full costume on Halloween is lots of fun. But don’t forget that the perfect costume isn’t complete without the right accessories! Why not make some Halloween beaded jewelry to finish the look? There are plenty of simple beaded jewelry pieces that do not require a great deal of skill. You can whip […]

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Crafts

Make Your Own Halloween Treat Bags

Kids love to dress up, so it’s no wonder they love Halloween so much. And getting lots of free candy is the icing on the cake. Whether they go door to door or attend a Halloween party, they come home with bags full of sweet treats. For adults (as well as some kids), handing out […]

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