Are you planning an Ugly Sweater party or will you be attending one? Start your quest for the ugliest sweater by checking out this list! You can get one of these and then take it a step further by personalizing it. If you don’t want to buy a new sweater, check out local discount or second hand shops. If you can’t find a sweater that you think is ugly enough, you can easily add some great ugly details!
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I have a large collection of Christmas movies and shows on DVD… Most are animations and many I remember watching when I was a child. It was a big deal when Christmas shows came on TV when I was young, mainly because that was your only chance to see them. Yes, that was way back in the ‘olden days’ before we even had a VCR.
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Thanksgiving season is here, and while I am a huge proponent of being thankful year-round and not just during Thanksgiving, this holiday gives an extra special opportunity for us to teach our children gratitude (and let’s be honest—most adults could benefit from the refresher too!). There are many wonderful ways to encourage an “attitude of gratitude” during your family Thanksgiving celebration. Here are a few simple ideas that any family can easily incorporate.
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If you are looking for some fun and creative Thanksgiving snacks to make for your kids, check out this list of amazing recipes.
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Previously, I have never thought of making cupcakes for Thanksgiving. After all, by the time the turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pies are eaten, who has room in their belly for anything else? After finding all of these adorable cupcake ideas, I just might change my mind! People might not be hungry for cupcakes after dinner, but I can always serve them as part of breakfast, right?
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Fall is a beautiful season, with the warm vibrant colors of autumn busting out of the landscape. Unfortunately, with fall comes the ugly beginning of sniffles, colds and flu season as well as other health challenges.
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Halloween is right around the corner and there are many ways to cut down on the sweets this year. Can’t think of any ideas? Consult this long list of great alternatives to Halloween candy. Sure kids love candy and they will be getting a ton of it for Halloween this year but they also love gooey, sticky and glowing items just as much! As a matter of fact these great alternatives to Halloween candy just may make you the hit of the block.
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I love Halloween and all of the spooky and sometime disgusting things that go along with it. That love is what inspired me to scour the Web searching for some truly gross Halloween treats to make.
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While apple recipes might seem to be more appropriate in autumn, this fresh apple cake can be enjoyed any time of the year. It can also be enjoyed any time of the day! It would make a great accompaniment to your morning coffee or make a sweet desserts topped with a scoop of ice cream.
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Summer is in full swing and, boy, is it getting hot out there! The kids are whining and the heat is rising so I figured it was time to pull out all the stops and find some ways to keep kids cool this summer without breaking the bank.
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