** This post will be at the top of the blog for the duration of the blog hop (August 1 – 7). Scroll down for new posts. *** Seeing as this is a book blog and I’m always reviewing books, I thought I’d start passing on some book love you to all. This month, […] Read more…
Kellogg’s #FiberPlus {Product Review}
This was originally posted on another blog of mine (Happy Homemaker Reviews). I consolidated them to continue to simplify my life. – Jen (04.2012) *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ How do you get fiber in your diet? My husband LOVES apples but Michigan apples are only good from September until maybe March–April in a good year. He feels the […] Read more…
{CLOSED} Facebook Thank You – Book Giveaway
I promised you all that when I got to 30 (or was it 35?) Facebook fans, I would have a book giveaway. You can win all the books pictured above (linked to my reviews): Tomorrow’s Garden A Heart Divided Spring for Susannah (ARC) Smokin’ Six-Shooter The Billionaire’s Unexpected Heir and, Dakota Child The contest will […] Read more…
Four Tips for a Fabulous Fireworks Show (with packing list)
We had the best fireworks experience ever this year. We were on the ball and didn’t forget anything, including a few surprises I found for the kids. As usual, it pays to have a packing list. I have to say up front, I live in Michigan and have always lived in a lake shore […] Read more…
Back To School Supply Sales for Preschoolers – thru 7.30.11
This was originally posted on another blog of mine (Happy Homemaker Reviews). I consolidated them to continue to simplify my life. – Jen (04.2012) *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ It’s that time again! Here are all the free/cheap school supply deals going on this week and are aimed at things for preschoolers. As always, check your local ad before […] Read more…
Curriculum 2011-2012 (Preschool/Kindergarten)
So I’ve started to compile the items for the curriculum I didn’t use much of last year and all the art supplies to go with them. I’ve spent an OBSCENE amount of money so we have to do it right this year (i.e. you know, DO it). Our resources: Religion Who Am I? – Catholic […] Read more…
Dr. Seuss eBook Apps {Product Review}
We seem to spend a fair amount of time waiting. Waiting to see the doctor. Waiting for dad to run up to his office to get or drop off something. Waiting for mom to run into a store. And sometimes the girls just aren’t in the mood. It’s nice to have an iPhone that […] Read more…
Have Some Good Clean Fun {Serve Your Spouse Saturday #2}
This weeks Serve Your Spouse Saturday mission is simple — Have a pillow fight — in the buff ;). Or maybe a water fight instead — wear a white t-shirt! It’s hot enough out, you should be close to nekked already! Read more…
Social Picnic Winner Announced!
This was originally posted on another blog of mine (Happy Homemaker Reviews). I consolidated them to continue to simplify my life. – Jen (04.2012) *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Congratulations to the winner of the $500 CAD Cash via PayPal, Kodak digital camera AND the Kobo eReader Touch Edition with case (in black) hosted by This Lil Piglet and […] Read more…
Book Review: Full of Grace
This is the 4th Marian feast that I’ve had slated for this book review. Full of Grace: Encountering Mary in Faith, Art, and Life has been on my shelf since it’s release in November & I feel terrible about letting it go so long without mention. Judith Dupre graciously sent me a copy for review […] Read more…