February 5, 2012

Our Elf on the Shelf is Back

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Last year we started the family tradition of the Elf on the Shelf by Carol V. Aebersold and Chanda A. Bell. It is a great way to usher in the Christmas season.  The elf comes with a wonderfully illustrated book that tells the story of the elf and his mission. The book tells kids that Santa’s elf shows up to [...]

Making Fun Soaps

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I am always looking for activities that “GC” , who is 7, and I can enjoy together. This weekend, we made soap shower favors for my friend who is expecting twin girls. We used a large block of clear glycerin soap, soap coloring, lavander scent, and candy molds.  First, you melt  the clear glycerin soap to make [...]

Are you a WHO DAT? 7-0!

New Orleans Saints

Wow! The rumblings of a Black and Gold Superbowl are getting louder. The New Orleans Saints are 7-0!  First, I am a proud New Orleanian and love this city’s history, culture, and food (yummm). Second, along with that comes being a Saints fan through good times and the not so good times! Right now, they [...]

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