Tweens on Shine

It's a Tea Party: Sharing our Favorite DIY Gift Projects

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Yes, I'm stuffed! But I know if I don't begin to at least "think" about some Christmas projects, I'll never move from in front of this computer. So I'm "thinking" that I always, always intend to make my own gift baskets instead of picking up those little packages of cheese & crackers or coffee or tea baskets that are outrageously priced for what is put into them. What I need is some inspiration to get me away from my cuppa tea. Do you have fave projects you might want to share? Let's hear them!!!
Personally, I like projects that are suitable to do with children and that offer options for gifting that include most all of the relationships in my life -- you know, something for the teachers, the postman, the sister-in-laws, my fave nurse, even the guys. Gift baskets probably best fill that need. ( After all I love to receive them).

Now this little video

'Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving

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With apologies to the original and to its author (either Clement C. Moore or Henry Livingston, Jr., the authorship is apparently disputed) I present “‘Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving,” as seen through the eyes of my son.

‘Twas the night before…

The Crazy (Expensive) World Of Competitive Kids' Sports

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Yesterday I went to the bank to get checks to pay for my son's soccer uniform and tournament fees (he plays club soccer.) The check for the uniform was $339 and the check for the next 2 tournaments was for $200. Jonathan the teller said, "Wow! That's a lot of money for…

Loungewear: The New Pajamas

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Last time out we talked about sleeping with co-workers, and based on the comments we received, we are definitely going to re-visit the topic. In this edition of DD, the Lauries disagree on what do to about the new neighbors’ yapping dogs, appreciate the luxury of lounge wear and spot some…

Just Another New Moon

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“Three things cannot be hidden: the sun, the moon and the truth.” Hindu Prince Gautama Siddharta, the founder of Buddhism

I’m seriously starting to hate the Internet. Oh, sure many find it useful. Look, even I remember the dark…

User post: Pretty Polka Dot Party Cake

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I grew up eating cakes made from cake mixes, and I still love them. But when I want to make something special, I take a little more time to make my cakes from scratch. It's not difficult, it just takes a little more work. Your homemade cake will taste great, and you get to…

3 Cute Thanksgiving Crafts For Kids

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Now that Halloween is over, we can pack up the ghosts and goblins and bring out the turkeys. My kids love to do crafts. Since they're young, I like to keep it simple enough to keep them interested from start to finish. Keeping it age appropriate will ensure that the kids will…

What Kind Of Halloween Treats Are You Giving To Trick-Or-Treaters?

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I still have little kids, and my husband and I both like to take the kids out trick-or-treating. Because of this, I never do anything more than put candy in a big bowl on my porch and hope someone doesn't run off with the whole thing. Some neighbors surprise me with their creativity…

Spring forward? Fall back? Does anyone know?

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I hate Daylight Saving Time. Okay, I do love summer nights when it doesn’t get dark until late. But I swear, a raving lunatic invented this time change stuff. Who else would think it was convenient to change the time by an hour every six months? I mean, please. Find a time you like and stick to…

Media + Tech Essentials: How Kids Learn From Video Games

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What do you think? Is there a place for video games in education and learning?