When I was in fourth grade, I went to a Chinese American school. It was a lot of fun and I learned about the Chinese New Year. The date varies a little each year but this year the Chinese New Year 2015 falls on February 19th. It is an official public holiday in China. The Chinese […]
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DIY Night Light Tutorial For The Holidays
I’m sure you’ve seen the beautiful night lights made from glass blocks. I know that I’ve admired them at craft shows and little shops. This DIY Night Light is similar but made from two inexpensive glass ashtrays. Are you thinking ashtrays, really? Many stores, including several dollar stores, still sell ashtrays and there are some […]
15 Fun Rainy Day Activities For Kids
When I think of the perfect rainy day, I picture myself curled up in a blanket with a good book, or taking a long (much needed) nap. If you’re alone, I’d suggest those things. Maybe even throw in a bubble bath. But if you have kids, napping or reading or bathing might be difficult. Luckily, […]
DIY Halloween Village Display Ideas
Looking for cool Halloween Village ideas? Here is an in-depth, step-by-step tutorial for a DIY Halloween Graveyard! Fall and winter are probably the most exciting times of the year for interior and exterior decorating. Putting out model towns always seem to be so popular with village collectors. For the last 20 years there has even […]
Pumpkin Carving With Drill Tutorial
Halloween’s just around the corner! What are you doing to get ready for it? Are you getting excited about Jack’ O Lanterns? If you’re like me, you’re already looking forward to pumpkin carving, that once-a-year event where you scrape out the squishy, stringy insides of a squash and with orange-stained fingers, cut out chunks so […]
Pinterest Fails: Hilarious Pinterest Vs Reality Meme
I am very excited to have been given permission to syndicate an article written by Emily Abbate on CafeMom’s blog, The Stir. The funny Pinterest fails are sure to make you laugh as they are so relatable. This expectations vs reality meme is right on target when it comes to the things we pin and […]
Lowa Renegade GTX Hiking Boots Review
I mostly take day hikes but I have done overnight hiking trips in the White Mountains and I know how important comfortable hiking shoes can be. I was happy to review this pair of Lowa Renegade GTX® Mid Hiking Boots in Taupe/Sepia because they have everything I look for in hiking boots! Hiking boots have […]