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Autumn Inspiration for Homeschoolers

The weather is slowly changing here in Tennessee. My most favorite time of year is nearly upon us- Autumn! Maybe it’s because I am a November baby or maybe because I just love beautiful things, but...

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DIY Simple Fabric Pumpkins

Guest post from Debra Worth I love decorating, but sometimes the decor ideas I see are either two expensive or too involved. I love these simple fabric pumpkins that have dressed up my table for the...

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Decorating for Fall (more than just Halloween)

In our family, we LOVE fall! We love the cooler weather after a scorching Arkansas summer. We love cook outs. We love football {more the social aspect ;) }. We love the coming holidays. We love...

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Simple Frugal Fall Decor

Guest post from Misty Leask Decorating my home has never been my strong suit. My problem tends to be that I have champagne taste on a water budget. Along with all of my other responsibilities as a help...

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10 things to do before the holidays

Guest post from Dianna Scofield   Every year when the holidays roll around, I start wishing I was better prepared. Here are the things I always wish I had done before it was too late. What do you find...

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Top Ten List of Planning for the Holidays

    Getting organized for the holidays makes me want to make lists. So I’ve made a list of things I like to do, in preparation for the holidays. These are just things that I’ve noticed make a HUGE...

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10 Family Friendly Thanksgiving {and/or just fall} Crafts

Guest post from Debra Worth Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, which makes me giddy with excitement. Fall is my favorite season. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I like it so much I was born on...

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Military Appreciation

Guest post from Misty Leask This time of the year we tend to stop and think of people we often don’t think of . . . except for during the holidays or on special occasions. One group of people this...

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Gift Guide for the Homemaker

With the gift giving season upon us, now is a great time to let others know what will make your life easier all year long. While a vacuum cleaner is not a diamond ring, it is more practical. ;)...

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Christmas Day Meal Traditions

Guest post from Misty Leask   Our family has a very different Christmas meal tradition than most, due to my Texas roots. I’m very thankful that my husband has allowed me to stick to my roots for our...

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The Ultimate Christmas Season Bucket List

Call it Advent, call it a bucket list, call it tradition. We have several fun things we’ve added to our yearly holiday festivities that I’d love to share with you. Some are very simple, some are about...

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35 Minutes to a Calmer Christmas

  There is never enough time. I always want more hours in the day & more days in the year. Especially around Christmas. And summer, but we’ll stick with Christmas for now ;) One way to make your...

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Ten alternatives to purchased gift wrap

Guest post from Dianna Scofield Wrapping paper can be expensive. I hate spending money on paper when I’ve already bought the presents! What’s more, I hate buying something that I know is just going to...

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Christmas Tree Wire Word Ornaments

Guest post from Debra Worth Most years at Christmas time, I take up some sort of new hobby. I suffer from crafter’s short attention . . . oh look  ceramic painting. Last year I started wire art. It...

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A homemade Christmas craft for the busy mom

I don’t know about you, but I simply love the idea of a homemade Christmas. Pretty white lights nestled among the greenery, smells of cinnamon, something yummy in the oven, and ornaments that take me...

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Creative Gift Wrapping Using Shopping Bags

If you Google turning plastic bags into . . .  you might be surprised by the number of items you can create at home after you bring those plastic bags home from your favorite store. For Christmas, I...

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Russian Tea Cakes

These yummy bites of goodness have graced our Christmas goodie buffet every year of my life. They are my second favorite cookie, my first being sugar cookies. They are perfect with a cup of tea (or...

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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

  These chewy cookies are moist and delicious. They look great on a dessert table and pack a chocolate punch!     Chocolate Crinkle Cookies   Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 14 mins Total time 24...

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Tips To A Well Planned Thanksgiving

I adore Thanksgiving! It has always been one of my favorite holidays. But with a busy holiday comes lots of prep work. Even the most organized person can get a bit overwhelmed with planning...

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Encouraging Christmas gifts at great prices while helping a great cause!

Affiliate links are used within this post. Thank you for your support! This Christmas, instead of the meaningless plastic toys, why not add some encouragement and teaching to your gift list? Family...

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