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    Simplify entertaining with finger food

    11.04.09 | Permalink | 4 Comments

    This post can now be found on Springpad’s new blog.

    My favorite part of any party is the food – more specifically, the hors d’oeuvres. They’re cute, easy to hold, and small enough that you can try a little bit of everything! So why not apply the concept to the rest of your meal and [...]

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    Choosing a gift for Mother’s Day

    04.27.09 | Permalink | Comment?

    Mother’s Day is less than 2 weeks away (it’s on May 10th – for you delinquent children out there!) and the stress of what to do for my mom is upon me.  Plus, most of us have multiple “mothers” in our lives that we need to plan for:  step-mothers, grandmothers, mothers-in-law, and the list goes [...]

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    Blog Roundup: Holiday Gift Guides

    12.11.08 | Permalink | 2 Comments

    With the holidays coming up, we’re all really busy…  So, when it comes to doing your gift shopping, why not look to some of your favorite web sources for ideas & inspiration?  I’ve scoured the web to find you some of the best pre-existing gift guides for everyone you know.  Enjoy!
    And while you’re at it, [...]

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    Duraflame logs for your holiday fire

    11.24.08 | Permalink | 1 Comment

    Quick Idea: Consider Duraflame logs for your fireplace from EnviroMom
    “I paid a quick visit to the Duraflame Web site, and right there on the landing page they proudly announce that After 30 years, we’ve gone all-renewable by making the switch to non-petroleum waxes. In other words, Duraflame is the most eco-friendly way to enjoy a [...]

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    Planning for house guests

    09.21.08 | Permalink | 2 Comments

    Well, it is officially Fall & the holidays are right around the corner.  As my family begins to make their travel plans, I am thinking about the stress that can come along with a house guest. To make it simpler, I have put together a few tips:
    1. When making travel reservations, carefully consider the time [...]


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