DIY Christmas Projects
Filed under: Being Green, DIY, In the Kitchen..., Things that make me happy
I am supposed to be taking down our Christmas tree. Instead here are a few of my Christmas projects: 1. Gift tags from scrap paper I made the blue ones from the inside of those envelopes that come with bills, I used a rubber stamp on the green one and both the green patterned one and the red pattered one I made from scraps of Martha Stewart craft paper from Wal-Mart. The lace looking tag was made using a Martha Stewart lace punch. 2. Ugly Christmas Ornaments I made these at Dandy Doodles, which is one of those paint your...
You and Me by Rosie Music on Etsy
This is my favorite present from my husband this...
And Oprah was a re-run
This morning I woke up and went to work for 45 minutes because my boss needed something printed out even though our office is closed this week. I didn't mind too much because he did give me the week off and it was paid leave. Next, Ben and I went to meet with June's surgeon. June tore her ACL which the surgeon said was "just like football player's do." Our little football player's surgery is $2500. Even after the surgery, June's surgeon said that her leg will still be " a little gimpy." He said we could keep the drawings. At 2:20 pm I...
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.
photo credit: caffeinated_zeitgeist This editorial was originally posted in the The New York Sun in 1897. I love this and I read it every year. Dear Editor— I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in The Sun, it’s so.” Please tell me the truth, is there a Santa Claus? Virginia...
Sketchy Santas: An afternoon delight…
(From A Cup of Jo via Black...
The Lorax by Dr. Seuss
Did I mention I am an aunt? I love my nieces and nephews a whole bunch. For Christmas this year, Ben and I really wanted to give them cool presents that they would love and maybe be something they would keep for a bit. One of the presents we decided to buy for them was The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. Not only is it a wonderful story but it will hopefully encourage them to care about our planet. The Lorax is a really cute book that teaches children about environmental responsibility. The...
Easy Mexican Layered Dip
With all of the parties this holiday season, I thought I would share my easy Mexican layered dip. I took this to my husband's company Christmas Party this year and everyone loved it! Easy Mexican Layered Dip Ingredients: 1 can of refried beans Salsa or Picante Sauce Dean's Zesty Avocado Dip (Make sure and get this brand, it is so good!) Shredded Cheddar Cheese Chopped Green Onions Black Olives 1 Packet of Taco Seasoning Sour Cream Jalapenos (optional) 1 tomato diced (optional) This is really easy. All you have to do is layer the ingredients in...
Daily Blog Tips 2009 in Review
Filed under: Blogging, In the Kitchen..., Things that make me happy, Wedding
I love a good list. If we have this in common you should browse the entries from the over 90 bloggers who particiated in the Review of 2009 writing project at Daily Blog Tips. Make sure and read my entry 2009 in Review: 9 Things I Learned While Planning My Wedding. My favorites include: Biggest Parenting Failures of 2009 9 New Things I Tried in My Kitchen in 2009 50 Inspiring People of 2009 The Best of Daily Blog Tips in...
Mondays are dumb.
I don't like today at all. I wish my husband and I could hide out in one of these all day.
Treepee found via Giver's...Oh Santa, wrap mine in twine…
This twine is so cute and it is 100% cotton and biodegradable. I can't decide which color to put on my wish...
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