Monthly Archives: November 2010

Coat Hooks

When entering our home, there is no coat closet, or even much of an entryway to speak of.   Our kids tend to walk in the door and immediately dump their coats on the floor.  And, of course, the dog promptly … Continue reading

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Persimmon Cake

I hope you had a peaceful and restful Thanksgiving.  We had a very nice time, with my mother-in-law hosting for all the extended family.    I was relieved to not have to make the turkey, since I didn’t think I could … Continue reading

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Homemade Laundry Powder

My sister and I have talked about making homemade laundry soap for years – it’s so much more economical, and environmentally friendly, plus it’s so easy to make.  I’d shied away from it because, frankly, the laundry soap my friends … Continue reading

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Thrift Store Escape

We were all in a bit of a funk yesterday, after too many days cooped up being sick in our PJs, so we decided to make a run to our favorite thrift store, just down the street.  I was feeling … Continue reading

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Taking it slow

My apologies on not being in this space in more than a month.   I am in my 10th week of pregnancy with our fourth child, and I am pretty incapacitated by bad, bad morning sickness.  The house is a disaster, … Continue reading

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