Category Archives: Close to Heart & Home

Family, friends & home

A Toast To 2014, and a Welcome To 2015!

Over the past 12 months, so many things have happened.  So many ups and downs, so many learning experiences and so many moments to cherish.  There were also “less than happy” moments, but the optimist in me chooses to brush … Continue reading

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Getting Organized With a Warranty and Manual Binder

I have no doubt in my mind that everyone would have amassed a considerably huge collection of manuals and warranties over the span of time.  Each time we purchase something, it invariably comes with at least one or two manuals or … Continue reading

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Petit Gems – With My Own Two Hands

Several years ago, I took one of those career quizzes for the fun of it…you know, those that will inevitably tell you what sort of career you are most suited for, based on your answers to several quirky questions like … Continue reading

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Delicious Homemade Graham Crackers

When my daughter had her early Christmas party and celebration before the end of the school year a couple of weeks ago, I made these graham crackers for her to bring along to share.  It was a spur of the … Continue reading

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Project Declutter Playroom

Decluttering. The very thought of it makes me so happy inside.  Really. I always feel so liberated after a decluttering session, like a heavy weight has been lifted off my shoulders.  The more I declutter, the lighter I feel. However … Continue reading

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