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What I Wish I Got For Christmas

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Wasn't it just yesterday when I wrote about products that come along and seem to make so much sense you can't believe no one thought of them sooner? Yep. That's what this wrapping paper is for me. LOVE it. This wrapping paper is made by UnderConsideration and it certainly did make me stop and consider. Just this past Sunday, national speaker and pastor, Andy Stanley was talking … [Read more...]

A Tribute to Dads Everywhere: Funny Video Clip

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You know they say laughter is good medicine, right? I thought this Friday we could all use a little comic relief. Watch this and tell me if you don't laugh. I'll bet some of the laughter will be for the pure hilarity of the situation, but my instinct is that you'll be laughing that laugh of recognition. I know I certainly did. I recognized a man I know very well... he may not have been featured … [Read more...]

Starbucks Custom Drink Junkies Unite

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There have now been two videos and a song created about my unique drink at Starbucks. It's crazy, right? I know I am not the only one who likes a custom drink... especially if I'm going to pay the prices that they charge. I feel like Sally in "When Harry Met Sally" ... "I just want it the way I want it." Of course then Harry went on to call her high maintenance. We won't go into that, but I … [Read more...]

Scrapbooking 101: Finding Inspiration with Funny Girl Lain Ehmann

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Guest post from scrapbooker and funny girl Lain Ehmann. You're sure to be inspired! Tasra invited me to share a bit about how to get the scrapping juice flowing again after you've been in a dry patch. And I know about dry patches! Sometimes my scrapbooking mojo hits the high road, and I'm left with a pile of photos and a well as dry as the Sahara in August. The good news is, my pain is your … [Read more...]

Friday Night Fun—Women Explained

Everyone needs a good laugh, especially after a long week. Since we just launched the Holiday Blog-Abration, have lots of giveaways going on, and are preparing for the holidays, I thought it'd be fun to keep the joy coming. As we gear up for extra cooking, house guests, holiday parties, and lots to do, let's remember to keep the joy alive, let go of anything unnecessary, and show up … [Read more...]

Scrapbooker + Blogger = Scrapblogger Success

Have you tried out Scrapblog yet? I'm assuming so because it's been around for a while now. But, there is something new that they are BETA testing‚ QuickMix. QuickMix is the perfect solution for real women searching for time to scrapbook and preserve their precious memories. Just select and upload your images, choose your kit (most are free), then click the mix and you'll be presented with … [Read more...]

Disney on Ice in Atlanta

Today is the big day. Disney on Ice opens in Atlanta tonight at Phillips Arena and our family is so excited to be going!  The show is here all week, so if you're in the Atlanta area, make sure to take advantage of special savings just for moms. Get 4 tickets for just $44 for all weekday shows by entering the code "MOM" at TicketMaster. You can also become a fan of the … [Read more...]

Bad News for Guys Around the World

I found myself laughing out loud as I read Phil Callaway's newsletter. He's a hilarious speaker and author that I met a few years ago at a writing retreat. Here's what he wrote:I heard an ad on the radio today that said a diamond is a girl‚Äôs best friend, which is ridiculous. Chocolate is. There‚Äôs a new study out that lists women‚Äôs passions. Chocolate was #1. Men, I … [Read more...]

Friday Twitter Roundup

Throughout the week I find so many interesting links, articles, giveaways, and other great stuff on Twitter that I thought I'd share some of the highlights. Enjoy!1‚ÄîThe world says, "Seeing is believing." God says, "Believing is seeing." My thought: What do you need to believe today so that you can see it tomorrow. 2‚ÄîInspiration revealed. Chris Brogan … [Read more...]

Flashbacks Can Be Fun!

Visiting with and reconnecting with old friends can be such a blast from the past. It's something I've been enjoying all week. Talking about memories we have from various time periods, including the hair and fashion train wrecks from the 80's! Remember when it was cool to have 2 or 3, maybe even 4 piercings in one ear. Not so cool anymore. But seems like the younger generation has … [Read more...]