I have to admit that when I start reading a book, I have a "100 page rule". If the book hasn't grabbed my attention and pulled me in by that point, I figure it never will. With Laura Moriarty's The Chaperone, my rule was totally unnecessary! Immediately I wanted to learn more about thirty-six year old Cora Carlisle - the chaperone to aspiring fifteen year old dancer and actress Louise Brooks in ...
whip it up wednesday! share your handmade projects
Welcome to this week's edition of Whip It Up Wednesday! I really enjoy seeing all of your handmade projects - there is so much inspiration out there! Keep in mind that a handmade project is either homemade or made by hand - not something you've purchased. It includes recipes, paper crafts, sewing projects, decorating ideas, photography, furniture transformations and much, much more! This handmade ...
Top Ten Favorite Things About Summer
Welcome to Top 10 Tuesday! Welcome this week's fun meme brought to you by Money $aving Michelle, Tammilee Tips, and Nap Time is My Time! We want to have some fun and bring you some great information all in one spot! You never know what you will find in the top 10 posts. Frugal tips, mom tricks, funny tales, jokes, photo tips, kids, green living, coupons, recipes and just plain old life! It's ...
sign up for Scott Shared Values Consumer Rewards program
The Scott Brand is all about value! It is the brand that my mother used, and I've been using it for years, too! That's why I am thrilled to share the Scott Shared Values Consumer Rewards program with you. The Scott Shared Values Consumer Rewards program offers members exclusive savings and rewards that are available ONLY to members. You can sign up by completing the form below (you don't even ...
Helping baby cope while teething – Motherhood Mondays
Helping baby cope while teething is a challenge for every parent. Should we reach for medication? Not so says the recent FDA warnings about benzocaine. In a society where people are medicated for everything, many parents are confused about what to do to make baby feel more comfortable without using medication. Before treating your child, you should first determine if your baby IS teething. If ...
contemplating a new blog design and I need your opinion!
Hey Y'all! I'm contemplating a new blog design! While I love the cheery yellow balanced with the neutral gray, I'm getting a bit tired of it. It's time for a refresher. Some color combinations that I'm looking at are turquoise and red: Source: etsy.com via Emily on Pinterest spring green and white; Source: etsy.com via Emily on Pinterest and ...