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Monthly Archives: March 2012
Our Favorite Irish Feast
Before you start emailing to tell me that people in Ireland never eat our version of corned beef, let me assure you I know that. I’ve made pork roast in the traditional Irish “corning” way, and, though tasty, it’s not … Continue reading
Posted in recipes, St. Patick's Day
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Those Leprechauns Can Be Crafty!
While the leprechauns create mischief throughout the house, they also leave a little gift for the kids. The boys are getting some special edition St. Patrick’s Day Hot Wheels (that I bought last year and forgot about, then happily found … Continue reading
Posted in jewelry, St. Patick's Day
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Easy as 3.14159
You might not know this about me, but I’m a total math geek. Someday when I grow up I want to be a high school math teacher. I thought I wanted to be a chemical engineer, and studied to do … Continue reading
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Fun with Alcohol
A couple of weeks ago, I saw an amazing project on Martha. The TV show, I mean, not the person. The theme of the show was a Purple Party…what’s not to love about that? They made some adorable T-shirts for … Continue reading
Posted in crafts, kids
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St. Patrick’s Week?
Yes, at our house, St. Patrick’s Day is a really big deal. I’ve decided to devote the entire week to ideas for celebrating…but I’m not pressuring you to go all overboard with it like we do! My little hooligans start … Continue reading
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And Now a Word from Our Sponsor
I’ve been very neglectful of my Stampin’ Up! business, really ever since we moved last summer. And despite my husband’s opinion, it is a business! Granted, I’m my own best customer, but I really appreciate the orders you’ve placed with … Continue reading
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A Soul-Warming Soup
My week has gotten away from me, yet again. Here is is Thursday and I’m still on Monday’s to-do list! That’s my explanation for this brief post. I made this soup a couple of weeks ago, and I’m finally getting … Continue reading
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Working Their Little Fingers to the Bone…
…Or at least that’s how the hooligans see it. I think we run a pretty tight ship here, but the hooligans’ share is age appropriate. Their “chores” include getting dressed, brushing their teeth, making their beds, and eating breakfast. After … Continue reading
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Fine (Faux) French Cuisine
Saturday morning, we were treated to this winter wonderland as the sun rose. Never mind that it’s March and we finally had our first Winter Storm Warning of the season. We’re happy to have this view, any month! Two of … Continue reading
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Gearing Up for St. Paddy’s Day
Did you miss me? Well, I missed blogging last week, even though I had a great time in Savannah with my GI Joe. That’s probably why I missed it…with no hooligans around, I could actually think for more than a … Continue reading
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