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Identifying-Coins

How to Identify Coins

Let’s teach young kids how to identify coins. Let’s teach young kids how to identify coins. Introducing coins to young children is a start to learning the concept of money.…
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Reading my Book with my Granddaughters!

Reading with your grandchildren is a simple but meaningful way to create lasting memories while helping them learn important life lessons. Sharing a book allows you to connect, spark conversations,…
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Let’s Go For Ice Cream!

Having a Fun Day!  Ice cream is perfect to put a smile on your face. Either on vacation or home in your space. It’s more than just food, in some…
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Wishing all Mother’s a Wonderful Day!

“To the world, you are a mother, but to your family, you are the world.” —Unknown Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, grandmothers, and mother figures who give…
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Pile Up Pillows to Cozy Up Your Home

Paired with a warm blanket, pillows become snuggle buddies during on-the-sofa homework help or bill paying. Look for pillows with a lot of texture.Then pile them on the sofa and think about investing in…
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Cozy Up Your Home

Add a Throw Blanket Nubby knits are an ideal companion for chilly nights at home with a movie. Plus, they temporarily add seasonal pattern and color to your home.  With the chill of autumn…
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Decorate with Florals

Decorate without spending a lot of time or money by making your own floral arrangements from fresh garden flowers. If your garden is short on blooms, just fill in with a simple grocery…

Four Tax Deductions that Disappeared in 2018

Tax reform eliminated a number of deductions that many taxpayers counted on to reduce their taxable income. Here are four that could affect you. 1. Personal Exemptions Personal exemptions enabled…
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How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets

This budget-friendly home improvement will freshen up your space. By Krissy Brady Contributing Writer Can’t swing a renovation? If your outdated kitchen cabinets are cramping your style but you’re not ready for an expensive remodel, painting them…
Simple but Luxurious

Simple and Luxurious

A luxurious living room is more than just a beautiful space—it’s a reflection of comfort, elegance, and thoughtful design. With plush seating, soft textures, warm lighting, and carefully chosen details,…
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Love this look by Marlene!

Wrought iron wall hangings can add timeless charm and character to any room. Their elegant designs bring warmth, texture, and a touch of sophistication to the space while creating a…
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Saving for Education: 529 Plans

Saving for Education: 529 Plans Many parents are looking for ways to save for their child’s education and a 529 Plan is an excellent way to do so. Even better,…

Ring Home Security System

Ring Home Security System. Thinking about purchasing a home security system? After seeing many commercials on “Ring” last year, I said to my husband, I think we should get “Ring”…
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What do Butterflies mean to you?

Are Butterflies a sign of good luck? What is the spiritual meaning of seeing Butterflies? This is a picture of my granddaughter playing by the pool when an unexpected Butterfly…

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Fitbit # 1 Dad Men’s T-shirt Mens shorts Tumbler Cooler Stainless Steel Mug Deep Freeze Cooler Flashlight Binoculars Echo Running Shoe
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Spring Flowers are Planted!

Plant your Flowers! Wait until the temperature is around 50-55 degrees before planting. Arrange your plants in a pattern, space them out and place each plant into the individual holes you prepared. Use your…
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Poppy’s Garden

May is the time we Plant our Garden! Once May comes around, my husband and I visit the local nursery for vegetables and flowers. My husband cleared out an area…

Preparing for Retirement

Are you planning to Retire soon? Are you prepared? Do you want to stay in your current home? Does downsizing make sense? There are different options to consider when you…

Celebrating Father’s Day!

June 17 is Father’s Day!  Americans celebrate Father’s Day on the third Sunday of every June. This holiday celebrates fathers and fatherhood in general, including father figures such as guardians…

My Fitbit is my Motivation!

A friend of mine told me about Fitbit! Fitbit keeps track of your steps, heart rate, sleep quality and measures your exercise routine. So, I purchased one and I love…
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Simple DIY Projects!

Home decor is one of my favorite topics. Viewing multiple magazines and Pinterest’s pins inspires me to come up with my own ideas and together with my husband’s help we…

Is it possible to Keep Life Simple?

Is it possible to keep Life Simple? Family life is different for everyone. Expectations are different for everyone and that’s OK. For me it’s about being there for my family…
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How Active do I need to be?

How Active Do I Need to be? This is a question we sometimes ask ourselves because we know physical activities has many health benefits. It is said that some diseases…
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“Kona” the Big Island of Hawaii

In 2016 my husband and I vacationed in Kailua Kona or “Kona” as referred to by locals on the Big Island of Hawaii. Kona lies on the leeward side of…