Monthly Archives: December 2007

Template Change Time

I updated my template. It’s time to say goodbye to Christmas decorations this weekend. I wanted to do a winter theme, but I decided to go season-neutral. I am not sure how I feel about it yet. Update: 01/01/2008 – … Continue reading

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Christmas Left-Overs Soup

There’s a big ham bone in my refrigerator and a container of celery and carrot sticks from the crudites platter. What could I possibly make to use up these left overs? Split Pea Soup. Fortunately, I even have some split … Continue reading

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Celebrate the Day

I hope you all had a Merry Christmas. I wanted to post a Christmas message, but I was busy with family, which I rightfully decided was more important than blogging. Not that I don’t love you all. This Christmas was … Continue reading

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Christmas Mice

The kids and I made some cute Christmas cookies (or are they candies?) today. To make these adorable Christmas Mice, gather the following ingredients:Semi-sweet chocolate chipsHershey’s KissesOreo cookiesMaraschino cherries, with stemsSliced almonds Melt the chocolate chips, using whatever method you … Continue reading

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Madness!

Yesterday was The D’s 11th birthday. I decided that I would let him and Big E use the computer all that they wanted to for the day. Needless to say, they used it all day and I did not get … Continue reading

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Before Panic Ensues

So, here we are with only 10 days left (after today) to get ready for Christmas. Or in my case, I only have 7 because my mother- and father-in-law are coming up next Saturday to celebrate with us. ::sudden overwhelming … Continue reading

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Snow Day Haiku

Here’s mine. Look out in the yardPeaceful. Quiet. Soft, white snowNot for long – snow day! Go read more, and submit your own for a chance to win a great prize.

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Magnet Craft Project

I wanted to share a craft project with you that I learned how to do at a local craft store. I decided that the easiest way would be to make a short “how to” video. Please excuse the low-quality video … Continue reading

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Making Ornaments

My kids love to make ornaments. This year, the D asked me to buy some of those clear glass ornaments that they sell at the craft store. I did, but I wasn’t sure what to do with them. One idea … Continue reading

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Carnival Time

The 102nd Carnival of Homeschooling, The Many Hats of Homeschool Edition, is up over at Seeking Rest in the Ancient Paths.

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