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Have you heard of Christmas Jars? I confess that this is my first introduction to the concept. It’s amazing, you guys. I know we can all think of someone who needs to receive a little extra cheer around the holidays! This is a wonderful way to deliver some hollyjolly without expecting a return gift. I’ve already put the Christmas Jars book on hold at the library.

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Anyone else planning to go to the Downton Abbey movie this weekend? I can’t wait! Remember the scene where Jimmy tried to open the jar and ended up dropping it on the kitchen floor? He should have tried this jar opener.

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It’s time to plan that Girls’ Night Out with the sweetest friends you have.  The new Little Women movie will be in theaters on Friday 9/28!  [Read more…]

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If you’ve never visited the South, you’re missing out on an entire way of life. The charming cover on High Cotton is a picture of such bliss.  Mason jars of iced tea (no sugar cubes, though….real sweet tea is made with sugar at the time of brewing!) sitting on a wooden picnic table, ready to be sipped and savored.  Sprigs of mint from a Southern lady’s kitchen garden grace lovely breezes with a fresh scent.  The inside of the book is just as much of a treasure. People still say “y’all” in these parts.  There are really people with names like Puddin’. One thing that Southerners have in common with the rest of the world?  We’re stuck with the family God gave us. [Read more…]

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In the 1990s, my cousin introduced me to Christian music.  He was obsessed with rap at the time, so DC Talk was his favorite.  I preferred Jars of Clay and Twila Paris.  Our preferences didn’t matter, though.  The important thing was the encouragement we received from the uplifting lyrics.  To this day, I find contemporary Christian music to be important part of my worship.  When my Laura Story “Open Hands” CD arrived, we listened to it on the way to school.  We have a long commute, so we were able to hear almost all of the songs during that drive!  [Read more…]

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Sweets are an important part of any summer party. Whether it’s a birthday, bridal shower, gender reveal party, or a cookout with friends, you’ll want to make sure you can satisfy each guest’s sweet tooth. Happily, you can find colorful Celebration by Frey items at Walmart, Target, Party City, and Michaels. Use these items to make your DIY candy buffet a success! [Read more…]

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Our family recently took a short trip to Charleston, SC for a few days.  We took the kids to one of our favorite gardens — Magnolia Plantation.  I’ve always loved the Spanish moss hanging from the trees.  It gives such a Gothic look to the place!  As we rode on the nature tram, the guide told us not to touch the Spanish moss because it is covered in tiny bugs.  That was news to me!  We’re now entering the summer season, which reminds me that bugs are going to be everywhere.  Mosquitoes have had more than their 15 minutes of fame recently, with the spread of the Ziko virus.   I have to hose myself down with bug spray to avoid swelling up like a balloon from all the “skeeter” bites. Thanks to the scientific folks at Orkin, we know a lot more about these pesky insects.  Test your knowledge and enter the giveaway!  [Read more…]