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Sep 28

September 28, 2019

Fun Books for Fall

Check out these fun books for fall that kids will love!  Reading is so good for kids and I try to encourage it every chance I get!   My book collection is all about holidays and seasons and my grandkids love to read them when they come to Gramma’s house and my fourth grade students love them too.  They like to  learn about all the fun activities and events associated with the different holidays and the changing seasons.  The most…

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Mar 1

March 1, 2019

Everything Spring

Everything Spring!

Everything Spring!   “It’s spring fever. That is what the name of it is. And when you’ve got it, you want—oh, you don’t quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so!” ― Mark Twain In the last gray days of winter our spirits begin to lift with anticipation of the long awaited Springtime.  Fuel your excitement with these fun finds for Spring! Click on the picture or the description…

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Jan 5

January 5, 2019

Winter Fun in Books!

Winter Fun in Books!

Winter Fun in Books! Reading is so good for kids and I try to encourage it every chance I get!   My book collection is all about holidays and seasons and my grandkids love to read them when they come to Gramma’s house and my fourth grade students love them too.  They like to  learn about all the fun activities and events associated with the different holidays and the changing seasons.  The most wonderful thing of all is when my…

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Dec 26

December 26, 2018

New Year 2019 Coloring Page

New Year’s Coloring Page – 2019!

New Year’s Coloring Page 2019! Happy New Year Everyone!  As another year draws to a close and a new one waits on the horizon, it’s time to take stock of our lives.  Time to reaffirm our values, recommit to our goals and look to the future with joyful anticipation of all the wonderful things to come!! I hope this coloring page encourages and inspires you to do just that! ENJOY! To download your free coloring page CLICK HERE!     You…

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Jul 23

July 23, 2018

Summer Fun Essentials

Summer Fun Essentials!

Summer Fun Essentials! Weather you’re going to the beach or the pool, going on a picnic or just sitting in the shade sipping a cool drink summer is more fun when you have the right gear!  Below you’ll find lots of summer fun essentials! Click on the picture or the description to be redirected to Amazon where you can purchase these products and many more!     Banana Boat Sunscreen Sport Family Size Broad Spectrum Sun Care Sunscreen Lotion –…

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Jun 21

June 21, 2018

Patriotic Songs for the 4th of July

Patriotic Play List for the 4th of July

Patriotic Play List for The 4th of July   Waving Flags, Parades with Marching Bands, Barbecues, Picnics, Celebrating Families, Fireworks Displays – All set to Patriotic Music – Yankee Doodle, God Bless America, Grand Old Flag! Nothing sets the tone for Fourth of July Festivities like a lively patriotic song.  From the music the marching bands play in the morning parade to the songs the symphony plays for the evening fireworks display songs about America excite and inspire celebrating citizens! …

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May 29

May 29, 2018

Books for Grads

Books for Grads

Books for Grads! What better way to honor the graduate in your life than with a book – Books for Grads!  In this selection you’ll find everything from the inspirational to the amusing.  Choose a book that will give your graduate advice for the future, praise for their efforts and a job well done or just some good hearty laughs.  You’re sure to be able to find the perfect gift to commemorate this momentous occasion. Just click on the image…

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May 22

May 22, 2018

Gifts for Grads

Gifts for Grads

Gifts for Grads As another school year is coming to an end and students everywhere are looking forward to summer vacation, but a few accomplished students have finally made it to graduation!  Do you have a graduate in the family this year?  Are you wondering what kind of gift you can get them  to commemorate this momentous occasion?  This graduation gift guide is sure to have something they will love!  So, look through our Gifts for Grads and pick out…

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Jan 1

January 1, 2018

New Year's Coloring Page - 2020

Magnetic Planners, Calendars and Organizers for the New Year!

  Magnetic, Planners, Calendars and Organizers for the New Year! Happy New Year Everyone!  With a brand new year upon us,  it’s time to get more organized and make a plan to accomplish our goals!  These planners, calendars and organizers are just what you need to get the job done!   Click on the pictures or descriptions below and you’ll be redirected to Amazon where you can purchase these great products or find more like them! Here’s to a successful new…

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Jan 1

January 1, 2018

Happy New Year 2018!

Happy New Year 2018! A New Year Lies Before Us, Like an unwritten page, an unspent coin, an unwalked road . . . What will you make of 2018?   You might like these related products from Amazon.  If you click on the photos or the descriptions below, you’ll be redirected to Amazon where you can purchase the products. Mom’s Family Wall Calendar 2018   Family Birthday Calendar – Burgundy   HomeN’Stars Magnetic Weekly Calendar Whiteboard / Multi Purpose Planner…

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Nov 26

November 26, 2017

Deck the Halls

Deck the Halls ~ Unique Christmas Decorations!

Deck the Halls ~ Unique Christmas Decorations! It’s time to decorate for the holidays!!  Just in time, here is a collection of Christmas Decorations for your home!  There is something for every room in the house – everything you need to Deck the Halls this holiday season!  I hope you enjoy these fun finds!  If you’d like to have any of the items featured here for your very own, you can click on the title or photos below and you’ll…

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Nov 22

November 22, 2017

Truly Grateful

For These Things, I am Truly Grateful ~ 2017!

Truly Grateful! Many people use the month of November to post each day something they are thankful for.  My “thankful” list could be broken down to cover the 30 days of November and then some!  On top of that, I have multitude of blessing that I’m sure aren’t covered here, though I did try to make my categories broad enough to cover almost everything. So here it is – My annual Thankful List, with a few minor tweeks, just as relevant today…

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Aug 1

August 1, 2017

Hello August!

Hello August!

Hello August!   August is here again and it’s time to start getting ready for back to school.   Summer flew by quickly but the kids are looking forward to new beginnings and reuniting with old friends!   Everywhere you go, store shelves are full of school supplies, backpacks and lunch boxes, creating feelings of anticipation and excitement in the hearts and minds of students and parents alike! Is your family ready??!!   You might also enjoy: School Supply Lists and…

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Jul 31

July 31, 2017

Dish Towel

DIY Vintage Recipe Dish Towel

Recipe Dish Towel My mom loved pickles!  I did not!  I would always give her the pickle off of my hamburger and she’d add it to her’s.  The more pickles the yummier, in her mind.  Mom loved pickles so much she even canned her own.  We still have her handwritten recipe that she used to make Mustard Pickles. As a gift for my three older sisters, I made these dish towels with mom’s recipe on them and they absolutely loved…

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Jul 12

July 12, 2017

Kid's Books About Summer

Kid’s Books About Summer

Kid’s Books about Summer! Reading is so good for kids and I try to encourage it every chance I get!   My book collection is all about holidays and my grandkids love to read them when they come to Gramma’s house.  They like to  learn about all the fun activities and events associated with the different holidays and the changing seasons.  The most wonderful thing of all is when they snuggle up next to me and let me read them…

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