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I loved this book! It reminded me a little of Lauren Oliver’s Vanishing Girls (which I also loved).  Just check out the ethereal cover….it’s almost surreal, isn’t it?  Books about sisters have always intrigued me; ironically, I only have sisters by marriage.  It’s so fascinating to see the visceral emotions sisters share.  It’s almost as powerful as a mother’s love, from what I can tell.  Oh, how Emma in the Night has played with my heart!  [Read more…]

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Part of our Christmas decor always includes holiday-themed books.  I love the winter scenes and bundled-up characters of children’s books.  Keeping these on shelves and tables around the house seems to motivate my kids to pick up and read their favorites. This year, we’ll have some new ones to add to the rotation.  Check them out!  [Read more…]

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He’s an iconic figurehead for Christmas — Santa’s right hand deer, Rudolph.  If you’re a misfit looking for your island, check out this set of 3 Rudolph titles!  [Read more…]

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Each time I wear The Eternity Rose gold earrings, I get compliments. 

When we moved, I wasn’t upset to leave behind our house on the hill.  I do miss our pink roses, though.  My husband planted a dozen pink rose bushes for me all around the pool area; the exquisite fragrance was heavenly!  I’ve always loved roses, so it makes sense that The Eternity Rose caught my attention. It’s the perfect addition to our Holiday Gift Guide.

You probably associate The Eternity Rose with beautiful gift items.  They’re especially well known for the 24k Gold-Dipped Rose, which is as extravagant as it sounds.  This company specializes in unique pieces of art made from genuine roses and rose petals.  These items make lovely, long lasting gifts for all occasions. Ideal for home decor, the long stem dipped roses make a wonderful conversation starter. Consider gifting one with the intention of making it an heirloom piece. [Read more…]

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Our little Sweetpea is, without a doubt, a member of our family.  So yes, she gets a stocking.  If your dog has a stocking, stuff it with Pet Magasin products that you both can enjoy all year long. Sweetpea really loves the soft bristles of the two-sided brush, which relaxed her so much that she immediately took a nap afterwards.  Look at those sleepy eyes!

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It snowed last weekend!  A glorious 4 inches of snow fell on our small town, which was the perfect amount for enjoying without being snowed in.  Though some of the snow has melted, the temperatures have been so cold that most of the melted snow turned to ice today.  I’m not a fan of bulky coats (no puffers for me, thank you very much) so I was grateful to have my prAna Rockaway Jacket to keep me snuggly warm.  When my kids wanted me to stay outside and watch them play, I was cozy as could be despite this jacket’s lightweight appearance. [Read more…]

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Lately, psychological thrillers are everywhere!  Serial killer themes are also abundant right now, from Netflix to Goodreads.  Rachel Caine’s Stillhouse Lake series combines the best of both.  These books had me captivated!  I’ve shared them with my work friends and now I get to share them with you. Rachel Caine is offering one lucky Savings in Seconds reader a 2-book pack to celebrate the release of Killman Creek. [Read more…]

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Each year, I face the challenge of finding unique items for the kids in my life.  From my personal children, to nieces and nephews, to the students at my school who need a little extra Christmas cheer, there are so many kiddos to buy for.  If you need a little inspiration, check out some of these fun sensory items!  [Read more…]

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Being a teacher means you’re fully invested in the lives of your students.  When something goes on in their lives, you’re praying for their success and happiness.  Even years later, when I see one of my former students, I love hearing about their current lives.  It’s kind of like having an extension of my own family.  When I read Divine Heart by Danielle Mani, it was the first time I realized that nurses must experience the same thing.  They’re involved in a small window of their patients’ lives; trying so hard to provide care and comfort makes them part of the healing process.  They must be invested in that patient’s future, too.  Sweet Elle was only 17 years old, yet her young life revolved around someone else’s death. What an emotional load to carry!  [Read more…]

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Encouraging a collection can have its advantages.  It gives you a ready-made gift idea for each occasion.  It’s also fun to see how those collections become sentimental over the years.  As long as my kids played with their collectibles, I didn’t mind purchasing a few items for holidays and birthdays.  I saw it as a way to keep that childhood love alive.  Here are some fun collectible items that deserve a place under your tree this year.  [Read more…]