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Father’s Day Room Service Printables

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This Father's day I wanted to change things up a bit but still keep it simple.  You know from the typical Ties for Dad theme and gifts.  I used to give my dad ties and I don't think he ever wore one in his life, lol.  Every Father's day, when I was a kid I alternated between these gifts: ties, wallets or cologne (cheap cologne, don't judge babysitting jobs didn't pay much back then). I will start off our new theme with our Room Service Printable. Our boys love to make special meals for us so … [Read more...]

Summer Kick Off Buckets of Fun!

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Contributing Writer: Laurel MacDougall It is time for the last day of school and the first day of summer!  This calls for a celebration, don't you think? In our home, every celebration has balloons! and banners! . . . now that's a party. I got buckets at Target's Dollar Spot and filled them up with summer goodies: sunglasses, sunscreen, water balloons, bubbles. crazy straws, candy . .  They will be waiting for the kiddos when they get home from that last day. We will barbecue turkey burgers, … [Read more...]

Spinach and Bacon Stuffed Shells

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Featured Writer: Lyuba Brooke Italian food is the perfect comfort food. You can't go wrong with pasta, tomato sauce and cheese. Stuffed shells is one of those perfect meals that your whole family will love. I love cooking Italian food; it is always my go to cuisine when I need something delicious for a nice family evening. Last time I wanted to make stuffed shells, I experimented with some flavors. I really wanted to add some spinach but I knew that my carnivore hubby would whine. My brilliant … [Read more...]

5 Simple Tips for Dressing Down your Fancy Dress

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I love wearing dresses and I especially love wearing them in the summer.  You know that extra breeze that comes up your dress, is heaven sent. Yes, if you have lived in Houston, SC, Florida..... you know exactly what I am talking about. Since I love wearing dresses I have to find ways to dress them down when they don't scream summer. Is your closet filled with nice dresses that you bought for that one banquet or that one fancy dinner? I bought a fancy (not formal) dress on the sale rack over … [Read more...]