My Summer Reads

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I am completely unsure of how I found time to go to the library and book store much less to actually read a book, but I have some how. In fact I’ve read quite a few books thus far in the summer. My to read pile is much larger, especially now that Borders is going… read more »

Cute and Covered

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Every day I see people wearing things they “shouldn’t” be wearing. Too tight, too short, too low, too…..much. I saw this quote from Emma Watson that made me so happy. “I find the whole concept of being ‘sexy’ embarrassing and confusing. If I do an interview with photographs, people desperately want to change me –… read more »

Evolution and Other Dilemmas

I was driving my kids to the store last week when my 5-year-old daughter suddenly piped up from the backseat. We were not talking about anything particular, and unrelated to any prior conversation that morning, my daughter asked me a question. She wanted to know where people came from. Specifically, she was trying to understand… read more »

Strategies for Learning | Creating a Flip Chute Learning Tool

I remember learning to create a flip chute as an undergraduate in college studying early childhood education. They are so easy to make and can literally be used to review every skill. Who knew a simple juice or milk carton could become a fun way to learn? Materials: 1 quart size juice or milk carton… read more »

5 Tips to Save Money in Winter

With the news that knock-down price stores are booming during the recession – even in traditionally wealthy towns – it’s clear that the nation’s love of saving money is truly live and kicking. Of course, for many households this is not just a bit of fun – it’s a serious business. With the cost of… read more »

Curried Potato Salad

Hi! I’m Amanda from Ninth Street Notions. It’s a blog all about my creative journey – sewing, cooking, and crafting. Check it out for fun recipes and tutorials. Summer just calls out for potato salad. But I hate to just always make the same-old, same-old. So I’m excited to share with you this recipe for… read more »

Five Marks of a Successful Etsy Shop

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Etsy.com shopkeepers can devote all or a fraction of their time to this “place to buy and sell all things handmade, vintage and supplies.” But whether selling full or part-time, every shopkeeper must have his or her own benchmarks for success. Here are five marks of a successful etsy shop, gathered from shopkeepers and delighted… read more »

Working Moms Vs. the Stay at Home Moms

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I am hearing so much about a particular debate lately, that I really wanted to give my two cents. This seems to have been going on for quite some time now, and I can honestly say that I just don’t get it. What is going on with the Working Moms Vs. the Stay at Home… read more »

How to: Simple Summer Smoke

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Hi! I’m Bailey, the blogger brains behind of I Know all the Words my little beauty blog. I have a major love of all things beauty, but have a particular penchant for nail polish. Along with polish swatches, you’ll find product reviews, the odd tip and tutorial and general beauty news. I like to think… read more »

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