Category Archives: The Moms

Sense and Sensibility . . . and Sea Monsters

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Sunny
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen

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 →

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Using up, Making Do, or Doing without Halloween Candy!

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Janae

Thanks, Heidi, for the great post on the Candy Witch! Great idea! Like Heidi, year after year, I’m amazed at the seemingly endless supply of Halloween candy that streams into our house. I’ve heard of families that would rather have … Continue reading →

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The Candy Witch will be Flying Soon!!

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Heidi

I had posted this entry last year about this same time. Since then, I have heard that the Candy Witch has been making stops at other homes as well, bringing wicked joy to the hearts of kiddos and adults alike. … Continue reading →

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Soft, Perfect Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Cheri

There’s something about autumn and pumpkins and spices that I just adore. I love seeing pumpkins, decorating with pumpkins, and baking with pumpkins. Toss in the spices and I am in heaven. I love pumpkin chocolate chip cookies and they … Continue reading →

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The Ghost Family’s Halloween Safety Rules

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Kerri

Teach your kids important Halloween Safety Tips with this cute rhyming story of 6 wise ghosts. Continue reading →

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Homemade Hot Chocolate

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Janae

The leaves are falling, the nights are getting longer and the days are getting colder. It’s hot chocolate season!! I love hot chocolate season. I love cuddling up on the couch with a blanket and a steaming mug of hot … Continue reading →

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Munch on Monsters???

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Heidi

This has been a fun tradition we have done with family and friends near the time of Halloween. Invite friends and family over for a HALLOWEEN POTLUCK! The catch is, each dish needs to be “SPOOKY”. It is fun to … Continue reading →

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Really Easy and Delicious Holiday Customizable Treat!

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Cheri

Last night, the girls and I made some Halloween treats to take as a surprise from the “Halloween Phantom” to some families in our area. But we didn’t have a lot of time and I wasn’t sure what to make. … Continue reading →

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Sukkot and a movie recommendation: Ushpizin

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Sunny

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 →

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Helping a Difficult Child

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Janae

As early as age 1, I knew that my third child would be different than my other 2. Sure, we all know that kids are unique, each one with a different personality. But, never had I expected the challenge that … Continue reading →

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