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• Potato-Leek Soup For Christmas
  If you’re my brother, you need to stop reading this now. If you want to win a prize, keep reading. While in high school, I discovered how to make cream of potato soup. At the time, Campbell’s just came out with their chunky-soups, with the slogan, “So thick you can eat it with a fork.” This was [...] Related posts:Cook at a temperature hotter than the sun The kindergartners put together a Thanksgiving recipe book. I'll share...Dark Spots: Wrapping Presents, Forgetting the Eggs and Health Care. Bright Spot: Immune Booster Soup Recipes I must admit that I had some dark moments yesterday,...What to do with leftover-grilled meat A Soothing Summer Soup I am feeling 100 percent better.... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Appropriately Dressed
  for the occassion. Disney is filled with girls dressed as Princesses, waiting to have brunch with Cinderella herself.  Others, are content wearing a simple space suit. Here’s another Disney tip:  Let your kids wear want they want. Because, kids in costumes are easier to find in a massive crowd. Related posts:Peace and Quiet doesn’t last long here… [...] Related posts:Peace and Quiet doesn’t last long here… Lots of Wet Clothes that weren't supposed to get...Having Their Day In The Sun Finally. He was free to explore the bech. ...We’ll give you a deal if you buy two (Is it just me, or is that kid on... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Crescent Puffs
  As we stood in line together, we remembered the day she taught us how to make these Crescent Puffs. At the time, we were all new, first-time Moms. She skimmed over precise measurements, yet was very specific about teaching us the importance of giving the family “something to look forward to… something to make everyone [...] Related posts:The day Snickerdoodles became a food group Not a drop of white flour. . . and...Marshmallow Kits for the Teachers I had every intention of using my Grandmother's recipe...How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds This is the snack you want sitting on your... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Having Their Day In The Sun
  Finally. He was free to explore the bech. Related posts:When the water is this clear Friends are easy to find. Wordless Wednesday ...This is what I’ll miss when they’re all in school The quiet heartbeat of the house. It's just me...We’ll give you a deal if you buy two (Is it just me, [...] Related posts:When the water is this clear Friends are easy to find. Wordless Wednesday ...This is what I’ll miss when they’re all in school The quiet heartbeat of the house. It's just me...We’ll give you a deal if you buy two (Is it just me, or is that kid on... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Marshmallow Kits for the Teachers
  I had every intention of using my Grandmother’s recipe to make marshmallow treats for my son’s teachers.  However, after making the first batch of marshmallows, I came to my senses and realized what a daunting task this was. I knew myself well enough to know I would crack under the pressure to make perfectly formed [...] Related posts:Peace and Quiet doesn’t last long here… Lots of Wet Clothes that weren't supposed to get...I love white tablecloths No, this is not the scene of a fancy...Exactly HOW MUCH ice and salt Do you need to make cream turn into ice cream?... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Visiting the Magic Kingdom In One Day
  How to visit Disney's Theme Parks, Magic Kingdom. While it is true, that Disney’s Fast Passes (FP) make long lines at the Magic Kingdom a blessed artifact, there are still a few exceptions to this rule. The FP must be used wisely; only one per hour, and they run out by the end of the day. The park is mammoth and there is much to see, so your day at Disney requires careful planning in advance. The Disney with Kids books are invaluable, with tips on everything to get you through the day -- go get one. Related posts:Meet my new neighbors No I didn't move. Yes... I still live in...When the water is this clear Friends are easy to find. Wordless Wednesday ...Appropriately Dressed for the occassion. Disney is filled with girls dressed... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Awesome
  Unbridled, raw enthusiasm — as seen through the eyes of a first grader.  Here’s an entry from my son’s trip journal. Oh, you need that translated? This is what he wrote: “I was driving to Florida. (that’s the “fodu” part) The hotel (”how tll”) is awesome (oscum). I’m going to the beach (bech) too.” Personally, I think he’s on to [...] Related posts:You know you’re a Mom when… Your latest fashion find is not Prada. Rather, it's the...A New Mushroom Legend A story to pass on to the Grandchildren: So, Daddy...When the water is this clear Friends are easy to find. Wordless Wednesday ... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Zipping with energy now
  My good friend, the creative and always inspirational Amy, (check out her wooden teethers for your next baby shower gift) asked if I had any remedies for tired Mamas like us, exhausted from heeding the call of our children…all the time. Anything to keep Amy’s creative inspired ideas flowing! So, I listed all that I [...] Related posts:I still have her red coat to prove it Maybe the wheels started turning when I saw pictures...School bells and playtime No way to make it, on time, to school...Doing Laundry, Nibbling Pie Crust This week's Haiku Friday. I bought a pie crust couldn't... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Dear Teacher,
  Thank you for giving me my work to do while I’m away with my Mom and Dad on our trip. I’m so lucky that our hotel room has this big desk for me to do my daily work. While my brothers are out watching the dolphins in the Ocean, I’m back here working away. This is [...] Related posts:The day NaBloPoMo tried to run my life Now that it is NaBloPoMo, National Blog Posting Month, it...There are 13 dark, dark things … I am crazy busy getting these kids ready for Halloween,...Peace and Quiet doesn’t last long here… Lots of Wet Clothes that weren't supposed to get... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Tourist Attractions We Missed
  We are the family that sees a billboard for The Museum of Salt and Pepper Shakers and continues driving. It’s tough; but when you travel with four boys, your only mission is the destination.  You must get them out of the car and to the final destination sooner, rather than later. As a result, we’ve missed [...] Related posts:“Covered” at the Art Museum Did I ever tell you about the time I almost...My Gifts My cards with these words: Mom, I made you...The One Mistake I Always Make At the end of my exam, my gynecologists always looks... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• They tell me it’s snowing at the lake house
  Luckily, we’re not watching the sunset from there. Related posts:Work at the Lake House I thought I would spend my days using primer...Sunrise at the lake You can see a glimpse of the clothes line...How to Turn Your Lake House Into a Spa After 6 days with no shower, and only being able... Related posts [...] Related posts:Work at the Lake House I thought I would spend my days using primer...Sunrise at the lake You can see a glimpse of the clothes line...How to Turn Your Lake House Into a Spa After 6 days with no shower, and only being able... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• An Easier Alternative to the Turkey Brine
  Admittedly, brining a turkey does bring out flavor, and adds sweet juiciness to even the driest parts of the turkey. However, making room for a two-day bird-bath in your refrigerator delivers quite a challenge to an already-over burdened, holiday-stocked refrigerator. Last Thanksgiving, I turned the same aromatic herbs I typically use for a turkey brine into [...] Related posts:How To Brine a Turkey This is the best way to roast a turkey. Called...Ice cream in a can, teaching science This summer, our hill at the lake will be used...How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds This is the snack you want sitting on your... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• When driving through Atlanta
  Avoid I-285, and take the main interstates directly through the city. There are fewer trucks, as they are routed to I-285 leaving the city jammed. Related posts:Synchronizing the Family Calendar For 11 years, we've used Microsoft Outlook as our family...Is that all you can think about at a time like this? The driver was swerving to keep from hitting the deer,...My life-long quest to avoid Wal Mart When I pack for the lake, I have one simple... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Insistence
  We’re packing for a long, long trip. Hours, and hours and hours in the van. I won’t give a number, because I just can’t think about it. All I keep thinking about is how to conserve space so we won’t feel so cramped; yet there are our necessities for six people; and [...] Related posts:I kid you not… The boy says to me, "I saw this soap...Man Jack Soap is the new black Dove Soap seems to be his favorite. I picked up...I may have gone too far with my de-cluttering It became evident this past weekend that perhaps I... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• It’s a beautiful day
  It’s a great feeling to go to sleep at night and realize you aren’t alone in the world after all.  Millions of people felt the same way; and it wasn’t as close as we feared it might be.  I’m so proud of America right now for opening it’s heart. My mental scrapbook is already emblazoning the [...] Related posts:I took the boys to a political rally today I wish I had arrived two hours earlier; the crowd...Mom, why is this bunny so … Remember last fall, all that messy business when this, and...So, you’re having a boy? Congratulations! My boys bring me so much joy Soon,... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Get this sticker today
  Alert:  There’s been an warning that some voting machine printouts are registering a different candidate than the one chosen on the electronic screen.  It’s sporadic, but alarming. Check the printout after you vote, and tell your friends. With your sticker, pick up your free cup of coffee at Starbucks. If you did not mail your absentee [...] Related posts:You and the Absentee Ballot UPDATE: You can drop your absentee ballot off at the...Peace and Quiet doesn’t last long here… Lots of Wet Clothes that weren't supposed to get...Black Raspberries and Skin Cancer With all the amazing health news they are learning about... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• I took the boys to a political rally today
  I wish I had arrived two hours earlier; the crowd was in a massive line that extended 8 blocks from the statehouse, and there was still an hour and half wait time before the speech. A two-hour earlier head start could have, probably, given us the chance to actually see the man, in person, who [...] Related posts:My huband has shaved his legs There's no way to describe the feeling that comes when...It’s a beautiful day It's a great feeling to go to sleep at night...Cheers! Some of us pinched ourselves when we got the... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• More fun than Christmas
  If you look closely, you can see the linen closet, torn apart. Just the way four trick or treaters left it after searching for the ultimate trick or treat bag. But, here are my best photos, as these captured the essence of the entire day. A moment that only a camera can catch, as it [...] Related posts:You must stay for at least one sunset This is for my Dad; who will be 69 on...Having Their Day In The Sun Finally. He was free to explore the bech. ...Haven’t you ever seen a skeleton before? It's odd, I know. but, we've been going around everywhere... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• Bat Girl drank lots of caffiene-laced tea
  It’s 3:30 p.m.  We have exactly 2.5 hours before trick or treat starts. This comes with impending porch parties up and down the street with their enticing hot dogs, mulled cider and bowls of popcorn… and CANDY! It’s Friday night; and it’s warm. We’ve already had enough excitement today to last us until Christmas, so, we’re hunkered down in [...] Related posts:Having Their Day In The Sun Finally. He was free to explore the bech. ...When the water is this clear Friends are easy to find. Wordless Wednesday ...Hey, teach, we had to come up with something I got a call from one of my great friends,... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
• There are 13 dark, dark things …
  I am crazy busy getting these kids ready for Halloween, and also busy with a little surprise about a new writing gig (more later). So, here’s an archive post from last year. Happy Halloween! You would think that after spending the summer at the lake that I saw just about all there was to see. [...] Related posts:This is what I’ll miss when they’re all in school The quiet heartbeat of the house. It's just me...I love white tablecloths No, this is not the scene of a fancy...Mommy went shopping     Of course, I did not pay retail....... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.