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link So you’re feeling too fat to be photographed . . . – My Friend Teresa Photography

a big encouragement to all of us who are usually behind the camera for our family memories

3 months ago

February 2, 2013
link A Doll's Magic, Free to Renew - NYTimes.com

American Girl check-out: one of the neatest ideas I’ve read in a long time.

(Thanks to Melissa Wiley for the steady stream of interesting stories for girls!)

3 months ago

January 23, 2013
link Mom's Frugal: 15 Simple Ways to Save on Your Grocery Budget

great tips from a mom who’s feeding 5 kids on a budget

4 months ago

January 18, 2013
photo  Emily Henderson — Stylist - BLOG - Secrets to shopping for vintage on Craigslist
good strategies for weeding out the junk

4 months ago

January 9, 2013
photo  Spread Some Love – Buy a $5 Polo | Davis Baby Blog
Thanks to Cara’s bargain hunting, 34 students in need will get a new polo shirt. I admire her!

 Spread Some Love – Buy a $5 Polo | Davis Baby Blog

Thanks to Cara’s bargain hunting, 34 students in need will get a new polo shirt. I admire her!

5 months ago

December 8, 2012
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This is a beautiful reminder that shaped cookies can be made without expensive molds or cutters. I believe Tasha Tudor also freehand cut her gingerbread cookies!

5 months ago

December 7, 2012
link Abigail's Alcove: My Secret to a Happy Life: Pleasing Only One

I really like Abigail’s approach to cooking for her family. Say no to picky eaters and please your husband instead!

5 months ago

December 3, 2012
photo Christmas Gifting with Coupons | reluctantentertainer.com 
Sandy suggests that teens could give older relatives an hour of tech coaching for iPad or iPhone. Great idea!

Christmas Gifting with Coupons | reluctantentertainer.com 

Sandy suggests that teens could give older relatives an hour of tech coaching for iPad or iPhone. Great idea!

5 months ago

December 3, 2012
photo Christmas Gift Ideas Under $25 For the Ladies | The Motherload 
Most of the gift guides I read are loaded with outlandish or sponsored products. This one is full of practical ideas under $25.

Christmas Gift Ideas Under $25 For the Ladies | The Motherload 

Most of the gift guides I read are loaded with outlandish or sponsored products. This one is full of practical ideas under $25.

5 months ago

December 3, 2012
photo  Giving With the Scraps of Life: 10 Painless Ways to Give to Charities | The Motherload
Love Amy and her sweet ideas for giving.

5 months ago

November 27, 2012
photo  Like Mother, Like Daughter: How To: Cut Back on the 5 Big Costs of Weddings 
I have always loved the idea of homemade bundt cakes—the shapes are so pretty, and no icing needed!  Besides, what is more southern than pound cake with strawberries and whipped cream on the side?

 Like Mother, Like Daughter: How To: Cut Back on the 5 Big Costs of Weddings 

I have always loved the idea of homemade bundt cakes—the shapes are so pretty, and no icing needed!  Besides, what is more southern than pound cake with strawberries and whipped cream on the side?

6 months ago

November 13, 2012