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One More Day at Disneyland Too

When I wrote about One More Disney Day I made an oversight: I didn’t check to see if the event was exclusive to Disney World or if it’s happening at Disneyland as well. My article on the subject only mentions the Orlando park. Thanks to The Orange County Register I’ve found out that Disneyland is also celebrating Leap Year by keeping its gates open for a full 24 hours. In fact, the event is going to be basically the same as in Orlando: the fun starts at 6 a.m. on the 29th and will continue to that same early hour … Continue reading →

Stress-Free Super Bowl Parties

Score big with family and friends by hosting a Super Bowl party to remember. For most people, the annual pigskin-themed party marks the kick-off to a new year of spectacular soirees. Fortunately, it doesn’t take too much planning to create a winning environment for your game day party. For starters, you’ll need invitations. Since Super Bowl parties are very informal, you wouldn’t fumble by simply asking guests over by phone, email or text. However, make it mandatory that they RSVP so you know how much food you will need on Sunday. Whether they are attending your big bash because they … Continue reading →

Super Bowl Time

Are you ready for some football? It’s almost Super Bowl time and for most of us that means company and lots of food. It’s also another excuse to clean your house, although not quite as thoroughly as for the holidays, after all, there will be a mess when everyone goes home. I usually just focus on the rooms everyone will be in, the family room, the kitchen and the bathroom. Make sure there are plenty of coasters, napkins and toilet paper. Since there will be lots of food in the family room make sure that you are ready for the … Continue reading →

Newlywed Gift

Do you know a newly married couple just setting up housekeeping? Still looking for the perfect gift? How about a cleaning basket? The new couple will get plenty of towels, coasters, sheets, glasses and toasters so give them something they will really use. I remember when I moved into my first apartment, cleaning supplies seemed so expensive and no matter what I bought I still needed more, not to mention I needed it most when I could afford it least. It’s not a very romantic gift but it is one they will use, over and over again. You can make … Continue reading →

Weathering Irene

For those along the East Coast, the name Irene won’t be forgotten any time soon. That is because this was one of the most memorable bits of weather for us, which also spurned a couple of tornados and was proceeded earlier in the week by an unexpected earthquake. Now I know, as one smug California friend pointed out, that some in other parts of the country may think that we East Coasters were a bit wimpy about the earthquake, but I disagree. While it was going on, instead of diving under a table (I now know we should head for … Continue reading →

Disney Printables

My husband and I have been living in our house for seven months now and I have yet to hang up any of our decorations. I admit that laziness is a contributing factor, but a main reason why I haven’t done so is that I’m not very good at anything crafty, decorations included. It’s hard for me to look at a blank wall and know what should go where, so I have the same problems scrap booking, designing room layouts, or even decorating cookies. That’s probably why I never noticed just how many cool craft features Disney has on its … Continue reading →

Getting Ready to Roll This Summer

And so it begins… the countdown to the craziest summer rides around. Today was the official unveiling of a wooden roller coaster dubbed the “Zippin Pippin” at Bay Beach Amusement Park in Green Bay, Wisconsin. My 6-year-old is dying to take a spin on the legendary thrill ride, which is considered one of the oldest existing wooden roller coasters in the United States. It was recently transported to northeast Wisconsin and now anchors the family-friendly theme park. We’ll see next week if my daughter is tall enough to make her summer dream come true. In the meantime, there are a … Continue reading →

Mother’s Day Photo Keepsakes

Oh, the things you hear when shopping at Wal-Mart. Why, just yesterday I overheard this doozy as I stood behind two women perusing Mother’s Day cards that were set out on a display near the self check-out line: Woman #1: I don’t want a stinking card for Mother’s Day. Woman #2: Yeah! All I want is for my kids to pick up their cr*p and for put it the hell away without whining. I’m sure those kids are just itching to make that mom happy. Personally, I’m holding out hope that the Dyson Fairy will visit me in the wee … Continue reading →

Sean Springer and Reclaimed Wood

Do you ever pass a building being torn down and wonder what happens to the rumble? Ever see an old barn about to fall down and wonder what good that would be to anyone? Do you ever drive past an old bookshelf or wooden chair on the side of the road and think “What a waste!” There are some people reusing the wood from old buildings, barns, and furniture to make new, beautiful items. Sometimes the larger pieces can be used to make hardwood floors in new buildings. The smaller pieces can be used to make furniture, sculptures, or other … Continue reading →

Baby’s First Professional Photos

Finding the perfect portrait studio to have your baby’s first professional photos taken is a big decision. If you are working on a tight budget, then you might select the studio that offers you the biggest discount. I did. When my daughter was five months old I finally took advantage of the flood of coupons Sears Portrait Studio sent me upon giving birth. The company’s relentless marketing finally got the best of me and I took my daughter in for her first sitting. The shoot went fairly well; about as well as could be expected with a child who had … Continue reading →