20 Easy Last-Minute Teacher Gifts

The boys have their end of the semester performance tonight, and their last day at the 1-day a week school. So what will I be doing today?  Putting together last-minute teacher gifts, of course. I have a date with Trader Joe’s, some gift bags, and ribbon. No apples, just some simple gifts to show our appreciation for …

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25 Ways to Have a Financially Responsible Holiday Season

With Thanksgiving behind us, the stores are in full out competition for your dollars – flashing lights, bonus bucks, “free” gifts, and gimmicks galore! The temptation is to spend in the moment, go out to eat more, and treat ourselves to something well outside of our budgets. Without a plan, things can quickly get out …

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5 Simple Ways to Emphasize the True Meaning of Easter with Kids

What is it about every American holiday that we have to make it a day about CANDY?  Christmas, Halloween, Valentine’s Day, Easter, Flag Day…okay well maybe I’m pushing it with Flag Day but I’m not the only one that feels like it’s out of hand, am I? I’m not going all Bah-Humbug over everything non-holy …

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Wishing You a Peaceful Christmas Season…

We wish we could slip one of these in each of your mailboxes. But we certainly wish ALL of you the most peaceful and restful Christmas season! And just for fun, here’s a look back on our past Christmas cards… 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Wish one has been YOUR favorite?

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