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Eclipse 2024

The last solar eclipse in 2017 was viewed by about 12 million people. This year, about 31 million will be in the viewing path according to NASA. It will be 20 years until the next one. Check out Univision.com for great interactive graphics and to see how the eclipse will appear in your area Click this link- enter your zip code to see how eclipse will appear in your area Remember to never look…

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Hot Cross Buns

We grew up with these for breakfast on Good Friday. They’re yeasted sweet buns filled with spices and various fruits such as currants, raisins, and/or candied citrus. They’re decorated with a white cross representing the crucifix,  You can find them in most grocery stores and bakeries, this time of year. Even Entemans makes them See below for a recipe and the history of this Easter tradition-…

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Playing with Peeps

I’m not much of a marshmallow fan, but I do love peeps- just not to eat. Mostly I love all the creative ideas that people come up with using them. Here are some of my favorites- I have tried a few:) Peeps topiary Peeps Sunflower Cake Peeps in a Goblet From Instagram Peeps Snackle Box Peeps in a vase

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Playing with Peeps

I’m not much of a marshmallow fan, but I do love peeps- just not to eat. Mostly I love all the creative ideas that people come up with using them. Here are some of my favorites- I have tried a few:) Peeps topiary Peeps Sunflower Cake Peeps in a Goblet From Instagram Peeps Snackle Box Peeps in a vase

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Bluebird Sanctuary

Bluebirds always bring a bit of magic to anyone’s day. Recycled Plastic Ultimate Bluebird Box from Songbird Essentials One thing that didn’t make it onto our moving truck from our old house were the bluebird boxes from our lavender field. I decided to leave them behind for the bluebirds, but I missed them. This week my local bird store called to say that the bluebird boxes were in and they are…

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Roku Revolution

Roku Ultra This week we said goodbye to our cable boxes with their monthly fees, wired connections, and multiple battery operated remotes with a one time $80 upgrade to Roku Ultra. This little gem, has a rechargeable remote with a built in lost remote finder, and voice activation. Our cable technician told us about it on a service call. We now access cable stations via an app like Netflix,…

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Goldendoodle DIY

Our groomer broke her arm, so we had to take matters into our own hands. The secret was Castile soap and coconut oil and a Little Wonder Pin brush. We have used Liggetts Pet Shampoo bar for years, so we started with a lather of that on the head. Then used our DIY Foaming Soap and after a rinse the Detangler. We have a hand held attachment in our shower which makes the whole process much…

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Time to get Digital with My planner

Classic Dayrunner In the 80s – this was my bible- i.e. my calendar, address book, Rolodex and wedding planner all in one. I kept it stocked with note paper and stamps and a checkbook . It had a ruler, dividers, pockets for receipts. It was a dream for a planner like me. I love to make lists and be organized. For a few years I flirted with Filofax which were smaller and fit better into a purse,…

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2 minute Valentine Crafts

Conversation Heart Bracelet Cute Wood beads with glass spacers on stretchy magic cord Stretch Magic Cord 1mm Wood Conversation Hearts Glass Beads Heart filled locket Open the locket ( it screws to open and close ) and sprinkle some love inside. Lockets come with a stainless chain, but we use Red Satin cord for adjustable lengths Memory Locket Heart Shaped Confetti Glitter Satin…

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Norman Rockwell Birthday Tribute

You don’t have to be lucky enough to live in New England to be familiar with Norman Rockwell Born in New York City on February 3, 1894, he lived in Arlington,Vermont from 1939 until 1953 when he moved to Stockbridge, MA. Collections of his work are on display in both towns. Studio at Rockwell’s Retreat Rockwell’s colonial era Vermont home has been restored and operates as a Bed and Breakfast…

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Cheese Cubes

Suddenly, everybody is selling cheese in cubes….from Cracker Barrel to Target…. even Boursin has entered the fray. They’re easy and fun. Throw in a salad. Add to a charcuterie board. Make kebabs. Great time savers and a lot less packaging. Nice for on the go snacking in cups. I first spotted this idea in a hospital cafeteria and went right home and copied it. We keep them on hand for our dogs…

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Miracle of Mirepoix

The Trifecta of soups and stews. If you aren’t familiar, it’s a combination of equal parts diced carrots, celery and onion. It’s available in the produce section of most markets- my favorite is Trader Joe’s and saves countless hours of slicing and dicing. Mirepoix, pronounced MEER-pwah, is a French culinary term derived from the name of the 18th century French aristocrat whose cook popularized…

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Cardinal Symbolism

Snowy Cardinal this week. Glimmer Moment As a WASP from Manhattan, I never learned about totems or spirit animals, but I have always believed in cardinals. They are easy to spot and they always make me smile. This female appeared at our feeder this week and has been busy keeping the juncos in line, for my glimmer moment of the day. Some believe that seeing a female cardinal means that you will…

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Rosebud salve - a winter treat -

My childhood corner drugstore kept a display of Smith’s Rosebud Salve on the counter. Packed in tins – it’s made with cottonseed oil and essential oils in a petrolatum base with a light rose scent and color. I have kept a tin in my pocket for decades. It’s great for lips and cuticles, or anything else that gets dry – like elbows and knees. I also dab on sunburns. The tin can be a challenge to…

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Top Ten Lists for 2023

Trying Different Formats this Year – with Links BOOKS MOVIES – click on IMDB links below the titles for more info on each title. The Swimmers – Netflix Maestro – Netflix Barbie – Multiple Platforms Peace By Chocolate – Prime Video Nyad – Netflix Wildflower – Hulu Sitting in Bars with Cake – Prime Video Champions – Prime Video A Good Person – Prime Video A Million Miles Away – Prime…

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In case there is good news…..

I came across this post on Instagram and shared it widely… View this post on Instagram A post shared by Moms of Bigs with Esther Joy Goetz|Teens and 20s (@momsofbigs) I just love the idea of emergency confetti. We always keep a mini bottle of champagne in the fridge for the same reason. Always hopeful that we will have something to celebrate:) Author’s confetti stash I have already been a fan…