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Halloween Facebook Party!
Goblins, witches and zombies oh my! Come join us for some Facebook fun and have a chance to win a trick or treat. We have some promo codes to hand out from participating developers, gift cards and more! Come join us for a spooky good time! What: Dandelion Moms Halloween Facebook Party When: October 29th Where: Dandelion Moms and Penelope the Purple Pirate Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Penelope-the-Purple-Pirate/184530521575620?ref=hl#!/events/377076469034827/ Who: Anyone who wants to join in on the trivia fun, promo code drops and a chance to win gift cards, signed books and more! A BIG thank you to our participating developers and sponsors! And to Charly James for her help and…
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A Truly Magical Cruise With Disney
When it comes to Disney, I have to say they go all the way. I have been on a number of cruises, and my cruise with Disney aboard the Disney Magic was as ‘magical’ as it could possibly be. This is not just a cruise for little ones, although I will say that Disney sure knows what it’s doing when it comes to keeping the young entertained. The daily activities that were scheduled for the young and old (well, more like middle aged) alike kept us all hopping. I’m not kidding when I say we could have stayed on board that ship every day, all day, for a month and not run…
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Tasty Gluten-free Cookies On Sunday Afternoon
Today I felt the need for a fun snack. Something with chocolate. Something chewy. Something to satisfy my sweet-tooth. For me this is always a frustrating moment, because I can’t just eat any sweet treat. It has to be gluten-free, or I become a very sick girl. The quest is on, then, for something yummy and delicious, …AND gluten-free. This is harder than it sounds, because most gluten-free foods, whether processed or ‘home-made’ are not as tasty as foods made with wheat flour. However, I will say that things are looking better. There are some amazing new gluten-free products hitting the markets, as well as bakeries and stores completely dedicated…
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The Village That Raised Me
My aunt Mary passed away on August 17 this year. She was my godmother, who I lived with on and off for the first thirty-three years of my life. She gave birth to my two cousins Eddie and Tim, and also to Erin, who is the same as sister to me. We knew she was going to pass towards the end, which didn’t make it easier but did allow us to confront the pain and anger of life’s unfairness in a present, expected way, versus the sudden stunned shock that I have seen last for months and months in friends who lose parents unexpectedly. I have been stomaching…
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Vitality: Feel Healthy, Feel Great
We all want to have vitality and feel bright and energized each day. But in today’s modern lifestyle we are so busy juggling different projects, home lives, children, and work commitments that it’s easy to become fatigued and overwhelmed at times. Luckily there are a few things we can do to help get back that zing and feel vibrant again. Get more sleep. It might sound obvious but studies reveal that a worryingly large proportion of adults are not getting enough sleep. Getting a good night’s sleep is important for our heart, mind and wellbeing. Think about how wretched you feel after a bad night’s sleep, and…
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Mommy & Me Owl Handprint Art
Owls can be wise, all-knowing, and even whimsical. This autumn, owls seem to be all the rage in fashion, art and décor. Here is a delightful Mommy & Me craft to create with your young children this season. Materials: Non-toxic acrylic paint of your choice. (Owls typically are brown, white and grey; however, pink owls are cute too.) Craft paper of your choice. (I used a manila paper, but any craft paper will do.) Various styles and sizes of paintbrushes. A nearby sink to rinse small painted hands. Let’s begin: After selecting your color choice for the owl body, gently paint your child’s palm. Once the palm is painted,…
