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Washing Dishes: Have we lost something?
A while back, I decided not to fill up my dishwasher, but instead have the children help me wash up our dishes. It was such a sweet time. I realized that while loading the dishwasher might be convienient, it wasn't as pleasant a time as was washing dishes with my girls. We … [Read more...] about Washing Dishes: Have we lost something?
Something for my babe
It seems like there is always something I can make for my girls. Dresses, aprons, skirts and such... the boys are a bit harder. My seamstress skills are improving some and I hope to make them some pants, but until then my baby boy wanted Moma to make *him* something. While we … [Read more...] about Something for my babe
Moma’s Favorite Cookie
Today is our annual bake day with my Mother and Sister. It is a time we look forward to every year. Lots of fun and yummy goodies too. This is her favorte cookie and I have to make them EVERY year. Here's the recipe. :)Moma’s Favorite Christmas Cookies1/2 cup butter2/3 cup sugar1 … [Read more...] about Moma’s Favorite Cookie
Keeping things tidy in Winter
Nowadays, we can't do our chores without bundling up.Scarves, gloves, mufflers, toboggans and the like.It can cause a big mess inside if I don't keep it under control.I decided to use our picnic basket to keep things tidy.Placing it close to the front door makes a perfect place … [Read more...] about Keeping things tidy in Winter
