This week we started a new school year. It’s amazing to think that school is back in session in the first week of August but there it is. As I sent my daughter into her first few days of 5th grade, my heart hurt just a little bit. After all, it seems like just yesterday that she was a preemie with feet so little that her socks fell off! My son has anxiously awaited the start of his kindergarten year and again, where did the time go? It’s starting to hit me that my children won’t be here forever. While you might need to remind me of this feeling when they’re teenagers and starting to rebel, at this moment I can’t imagine wanting them to leave the nest. They should still be babies!
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There are times when the soul just needs a comforting cup of tea. If it’s one of those days for you, check out these titles that will have you cuddled at heart in no time.  If you prefer a novel that lifts your spirits, consider picking up Death Takes A Ride. Now, I know that sounds like a morbid title! But it’s really a cheerful, somewhat amusing book that blends a mild mystery into an easy Christian read.

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As I weeded through some old photos, I found this picture that I snapped in 2012.  We drove by as workers removed the sign for Bennigan’s Restaurant.  This was one place that frequently offered half-price appetizers; it was the perfect place for poor college kids.  I remember many a date or group outing taking place there.  We all pooled our money together to get a platter of potato skins, laughing and talking through the night.  When I saw the sign, it made me nostalgic for days gone by when there wasn’t a care in the world other than hanging out with my friends.  My kids wanted to know why the sign was important enough to preserve in a photograph.  It was hard to explain to them why I cared about an old restaurant closing down, but someday they’ll understand.

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It’s time to head back to school!  Whether your student is going to  Pre-K, College, or anything in between we’ve got the hop event for you! 

This giveaway hop is hosted by LeahSay’s Views & Planet Weidknecht.  Giveaways are open from August 1st – 17th, ending at midnight.

Each participating blogger hosts a giveaway with a minimum value of $25.   Be sure to visit the bloggers listed in the linky below and ENTER for YOUR chance to win!  Our sponsor for this event is The Ultimate Green Store.

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The Blogging Mamas Network is at it again! This time they’re hosting the Summer Sweeping giveaway. Summer is coming to a close, but it’s still HOT outside. Each blogger in this Event has a giveaway worth at least $25 to help you stay cool. Just keep Summer Sweeping with this fun Giveaway Hop – be sure to hop around to them all below!  Our sponsor for this event is Comfort Revolution.

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