Category Archives: All Writers

The Perfect Mother’s Day Gift

Kids will love to help make this adorable handprint and poem gift for Mom for Mother’s Day.

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A New, CLEAN fundraiser for your school or Non-profit Group

Here is a solution to two big problems we can find in every state, every town, every neighborhood. The problems are litter, and lack of funds for public schools and non-profit groups. Now you’re thinking: a solution for both? How … Continue reading

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My Favorite Organization Tip: Hair Ties!

If you have daughters, you probably use those tiny little hair ties. I have three little girls so we use a LOT of hair ties. And if you happen to also have an 18 month old, or you’ve ever accidentally … Continue reading

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Have a “Yes” Day!

Other moms say “Yes” to their kids more than I do. Or maybe I say “No” to my kids more than other moms. Or at least sometimes I feel that way. Today I saw one mom driving her mini-van of … Continue reading

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Tools for the Emergent Reader

So many times over the years I have been asked how my kids have started reading so soon. Each of my kids learned to read when they were 3 or 4. Not startling at all for some, but an overwhelming … Continue reading

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Learning History in our Home

Looking back on your school years, particularly in Social Studies classes, were you taught the history of the world? I mean, from beginning to present? If your studies were like mine, you were taught in chunks, jumping from the Rennaisance … Continue reading

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The Change First Principle

When I was a freshman in college, I took a Psychology class where the teacher assigned the most valuable assignment I had in all 4 years of college. She encouraged us to choose someone with whom we felt our relationship … Continue reading

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Grilled Teriyaki Kabobs

A simple, delicious recipe that is simply delicious. Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs 1/4 Cup Water 1 Tbs packed brown sugar 3 Tbs soy sauce 1 1/2 Tbs Lemon Juice 1 Tbs canola oil 1/8 tsp ground pepper 1 clove garlic, finely … Continue reading

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The Miracle of the Leaky Pipe

Over the last couple of months, it seemed like our house was falling apart. It started our bedroom doors sticking on the second level. Then, cracks started to move through the paint around the door frames. A few weeks later … Continue reading

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Muffins Unite for a Greener Planet!

Have you ever made a bowl full of muffin batter, only to discover that you’re out of paper muffin cups? The only alternative is to spray that muffin tray and dash with flour, but that leaves a good clean-up for … Continue reading

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