Archive for January, 2010
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Birthday party planning
Tomorrow we're having a Princess Party for my 5-year-old daughter. She had a birthday about a week ago, but tomorrow was the first date available to have an official celebration. We're hoping at least 10 children will attend to make this the best
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Send a care package
A very special friend of mine is sick and I'm not happy about it because there's nothing I can do. He's away serving our country and I'm sure by the time I get together a care package he'll be well. He doesn't get a lot of sleep, doesn't really stay
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Hot men. Uh, hot clothes for men.
Today I need a little comforting. You know, something like a chocolate cupcake, fuzzy socks, soft robe, cozy blanket and my favorite cup of joe. I want to snuggle into the couch and mindlessly relax and watch television. So, I came by Super Amazing S
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Stock your shelves with craft supplies
I've always thought of myself as a creative person so it's no surprise that I have a giant plastic storage container that's filled with different items that are waiting to be used for the next project. For instance, I enjoy making scrapbook pages, ho
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Weather proof your skin
One of the things I dislike the most about cold weather is the reaction my skin has to it. My cuticles become cracked and dry, only certain types of lotions and moisturizers are effective and my summer-time facial lotion just doesn't cut it anymore.
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Good food, great prices
It happens to the best of us: We get caught in traffic, rush to pick up the children, run a couple of errands, hurry home to fix dinner and realize there isn't anything that can be prepared quickly. A lot of would like to just pile everyone back in t
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Mow your lawn, save money, go green all at once
Sometimes when I pull into the driveway at my house, I am very unhappy with what I see. There are leaves and limbs everywhere along with trash that has blown into my yard and become trapped against the fence. And that's just the beginning. I don't re
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It’s too cold to be without heat
If one more thing breaks down or stops working around my place I think I'm going to scream take a nap. (Screaming requires too much energy.) Not only is the thermostat out in my minivan, but the compressor thingy is breaking down. The result: Barely
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Plan a girlfriend getaway
After the holiday break a lot of us are having trouble getting back into the swing of things. Some of us even had a chance to nap, relax or goof off. Then why are we so tired, sleepy and behind on everything from housework to yard work and paperwork
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Deals on jewelry
There are some things a girl just can'tresist. For me, it's diamonds, silver and gold. I'm not ashamed to admit that in addition to my addiction to skincare items, I'm partial to nice jewelry. It makes it even better when I find something at a great
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