18 Nov 2011

Thanksgiving Songs

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Sing a Song of Thanksgiving!   These Thanksgiving Songs include old favorites, hymns, and songs for the children too.  Sing with your children!  They will treasure the memories of singing along with you.  

Have a Happy Thanksgiving!  Live a life of gratitude every single day!

PS  Sing as if no one is listening.  Sing for the pure joy of it!


9 Nov 2011

Lessons from History

The Tears in My Mother's Eyes is a touching story of a 14 year old girl living in Romania under the communist regime.

Those of us who are blessed to live in freedom every day cannot imagine such a life.  But we must never forget how these people suffered and we must learn from them.  

Michey's precious relationship with her mother during that time, and even today, is another life lesson for us.  Michey's mom is 97 years old and lives with her in the United States.

Let us learn from these two wonderful ladies.

4 Nov 2011

Thanksgiving Songs

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We love to sing Thanksgiving Songs with our grandchildren.   Teaching children to sing appropriate songs for the holidays is a great way to have fun with the children and teach them a great tradition at the same time.

Remember to have fun with songs -- sing as if no one is listening, sing for fun!  You don't have to be an expert to enjoy music!

3 Nov 2011

Crock Pot Recipes from The South

Whether you call it a crock pot or a slow cooker, for sure these wonderful inventions were made for busy folks who don't want to toil over a hot stove all day.    And being from the south, I especially love Crock Pot Recipes from the South .   Slow cooking makes the entire house smell good !  yummy!
26 Sep 2011

Radio Controlled Fish for Family Fun

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These radio controlled fish look like so much fun for a family gathering, an office party, a motivational meeting, or a child's birthday party.  In fact, the more I look at them, the more uses I can imagine!   How would you use a flying fish?

School teachers could have a great time with this, too.  And just think about college dorms!  What a hoot!

These radio controlled fish are destined to be a top toy for Christmas 2011.   If you want one, do order early.  I predict they will be difficult to find later on.

Radio Controlled Fish for Family Fun
by joan4

7 Aug 2011

Homemade Dog Treat Recipe

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Homemade dog treats are a special treat indeed.  Your dogs will love them, for sure.  But even better than that - you can make them for your dog-loving friends as a holiday gift, a thank you surprise, or even a housewarming.   These are fun, too, for doggie birthday parties. 

Of course, your own dog will soon expect them on a regular basis. 

These dog treats are easy to make with simple ingredients.   Teach your young cooks to make them too!

Homemade Dog Treat Recipe

30 Jul 2011

Susan Deppner's House Fire

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Our friend and writing partner, Susan52, lost her home in a forest fire this week.   She was watching the fire as it approached and posted that comment on facebook.  Within an hour, she had escaped with her precious pets and was with a neighbor.  What a horrifying event!
Susan and her family are safe but the house is gone.  They saved nothing except themselves, the pets and their cars.

Two pages have been written for Susan so far.  Please stop by and visit and make a donation if you are able.  And join all of us in being thankful that Susan and her family are safe.

Susan52's House Fire is at Squidoo.  Just click to visit.

Fire Destroys Susan52's Home is at Wizzley.  Again, click to visit.

And thank you all!

16 Jul 2011

Life After 60 - Memories of Roy Rogers

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It is so very important that we all tell our stories, especially those of us over 60.   If you don't tell your story, who will?  What are your favorite memories?  Do your children know what you treasure?   When you are gone, will they remember?  
How will this generation know what it was like to listen to stories on the radio like we used to do on Saturday?  They will know it because you tell them. 
I remember curling up on the living room floor in my bathrobe on Saturday morning.  I don't remember the program.  I remember being warm in that big robe and feeling that cold, cold floor.
Which of your memories will you share with your children?  Which ones will you write down for them?

Cousin Shirley provides a few of her memories this week.  Enjoy!

Life After 60 - Memories of the Over 70 Folks




8 Jul 2011

Best Books on My Kindle

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I do love to read, and reading on my Kindle is such fun!   I always have 2 or 3 books going at one time.   This page salutes a few of  the mysteries and novels I have read this summer.  I am so excited to have discovered two super authors - Lorena McCourtney and Karen White!  

I hope this book list is helpful to you.  Do keep checking back as I will continue to add to the list the rest of the summer.  Isn't summertime reading wonderful?
Best Books on My Kindle

Let me know if you read any of these - If you love a good beach read, these are some of the best !

16 Jun 2011

Wrist Watches for Girls

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Little girls love jewelry, especially watches!   These first watches for little girls are both feminine and practical - these are watches for learning to tell time.   Your little girl will love all of them --- and so will you!

Wrist Watches for Girls

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