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Category Archives: For You
A Home Cure for an Ear Infection
As cold weather settles into much of the country, ear infections and subsequent trips to the doctor increase as well. Far too often, my kids complaints of ear infections seem to come just as I tuck them into bed…long after … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Family, Health & Weight, Janae, The Moms
Tagged antibiotic, ear, garlic, home remedy, infection, pain relief
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Sense and Sensibility . . . and Sea Monsters
For therapy, I listen to recorded books while walking. (And I didn’t check my spelling with hard copies of the texts discussed in this post, so don’t be surprised if there are discrepancies.) Since I’m committed to exercizing every day … Continue reading
Posted in For You, Sunny
Tagged Ben H. Winters, book, jane austen, monsters, reading, sea, Sense and Sensibility, spoof
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Sukkot and a movie recommendation: Ushpizin
Right now, Jews throughout the world are observing Sukkot. Though my husband and I come from families that have been Christian for many generations, I love learning about the Jewish religion. When we lived in Chicago, each autumn we saw … Continue reading
DIY Coat Rack
Fall is in the air and winter is just around the corner. In fact, here in the midwest, in the second week of September we already had freezing temps at night, which forced us to take out coats and hats … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Budgeting, Cheri, Cleaning Tips, Crafts, Family, For You, Fun, Money Saving Tips, Organization, Organization, Surviving Winter, The House, The Moms
Tagged coat hook, coat rack, DIY project, mess, organization, winter, winter clothes, winter gear, winter mess
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Miracle Journal – Recognizing Everyday Miracles
A few years ago I was going through a really tough time. My life seemed bleak, my spirit was low, and I felt I had nothing left to give. And yet with weak feet and trembling knees, I felt completely … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Heidi, Life is Better With...
Tagged everyday miracles, Henry B. Eyring, how to be happy, journal, journal writing, miracles
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Fall Favorites Basket Exchange Party
Three years ago, my very best friend had the most ingenious idea for a autumn inspired party. Both she and I share a love of this time of year, but living in Arizona didn’t offer much in the way of … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, All Writers, Cheri, For You, Fun, Halloweeen Activities, Halloween and Autumn, Holidays, Me Time, Surviving Winter, The Moms
Tagged autumn, basket, cooking, exchange, fall, food, gifts, girls' night, party
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Make Your Own Soft Ice Pack
Sure, frozen peas work well enough in a pinch, but if you’re prepared (and with a house full of boy scouts, it would be a good idea), a soft ice pack from the freezer is better. And one that just cost pennies (less than a bag of frozen peas) and uses common household materials would then be best! Continue reading
Posted in Health & Weight, Sunny, The House
Tagged cold pack, diy, diy ice pack, first aid, gel pack, homemade, ice, ice pack, injury, pack, rubbing alcohol, soft
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Snores Be Gone!
My husband is a snorer. Always has been. But, alas, I think I have finally found a way that he does not always have to be one. A few weeks ago, a friend introduced me to an essential oil called … Continue reading
Posted in Challenges, Health & Weight, Janae, Marriage & Spouse, Relationships, The Moms
Tagged breathe, DoTerra, essential oil, sleep, snore, snoring
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Always Look on The Bright Side
I love the part in the stage production of “Annie” where Annie has a conversation with some homeless people in Hooverville: A Hobo: “What about empty pockets?” Annie: “At least you have pockets.” Hobo: “What about freezing fingers?” Annie: “Good … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, All Writers, Cheri, Family, For You, Fun, Goals, Relationships, The Moms
Tagged Annie, challenge, compliment, good, positive, positivity
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Reusable, Refillable Yogurt Tubes
This post features an early version of what is now known as SqueeZurts: The ORIGINAL Reusable, Refillable Squeeze Snack Tubes! Want to make your own yogurt tubes at home? Go ahead! With SqueeZurts you can reuse and refill tubes over … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Budgeting, Cheri, Children, Cooking Tips and Tricks, Family, Food, For You, Money Saving Tips, The Moms
Tagged etsy, gogurt, green, recycle, reuse, squeeze tube, tube, yogurt
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