Last week I shared photos of my girls prepping for a last-minute birthday party for a friend. The joy we all found in scurrying around to prepare was increased when our friends arrived. It was a perfect evening. And yet, … Continue reading
May 1, 2012
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Last week I shared photos of my girls prepping for a last-minute birthday party for a friend. The joy we all found in scurrying around to prepare was increased when our friends arrived. It was a perfect evening. And yet, … Continue reading
April 8, 2012
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Happy, happy Easter! What a wonderful, joyous day it has been! How grateful I am for the mission of Jesus Christ, for his perfect example, his Atonement, his resurrection. My heart has been so full of happiness today. I don’t … Continue reading
February 21, 2012
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We played the BEST game at my daughter’s 2nd grade Valentines Day Party, and I just have to share it. It’s simple, easy to prep, inexpensive, easy to clean up and lots of fun for both girls and boys. It’s … Continue reading
February 15, 2012
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Forgive me for borrowing a line from the very first OLD Star Wars movie, but it’s what comes to mind as I prepare this post. Do you remember when Luke was trying to convince Han Solo that they needed to … Continue reading
February 14, 2012
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Wishing you a Valentine’s Day of simple joys, heart-felt hugs and love notes. I hope it’s great! Hopeful Homemaker
February 13, 2012
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“It is by studying little things, that we attain the great art of having as little misery, and as much happiness as possible.” -Samuel Johnson I feel like I’ve been studying a lot of big things lately, big things that … Continue reading
February 3, 2012
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I had an item on my January to-do list that might just qualify me for the looney bin, but which actually put a smile on my face. It took me an extra day to finish this project, but it’s done. … Continue reading
January 25, 2012
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I was so delighted to see this idea a few weeks ago. I’m also someone who has a hard time throwing away Christmas cards because they’re such great snapshots of families we love. It’s delightful to see how families grow … Continue reading
December 23, 2011
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Well, they’re done. Done and in the mail. For as much stress as I felt over them, and for as long ago as I purchased the paper and planned them, I’m a little amazed by how simple they look. But … Continue reading
December 15, 2011
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Today I am feeling absolutely frantic. Frantic and yet more confident than I was a few days ago. It’s really strange to have these two opposing feelings gripping my heart (and throat). I feel more confident because I’ve accomplished just … Continue reading