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Category Archives: This Week at Our House
Handcrafts for Children
I have had time to indulge in a little web browsing today and I came across a couple of sites you might like to look at: http://madebyjoel.blogspot.com/ http://lovelydesign.blogspot.com/ http://www.makeandtakes.com/ I really enjoyed looking at these lovely sites on crafts with … Continue reading
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Flash Mob
Have you heard of ‘flash mob’? It’s so cool. I particularly loved this Christmas one. I challenge you to watch this without being moved in your spirit!
Free Christmas Song Lesson
Christmas is less than two weeks away, and this year at our house we are preparing musically by learning some Christmas carol duets. I am learning and practising too, and it’s a time of the day that I look forward … Continue reading
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Never Stop Saying Thank You
What’s your battle today? Sometimes it’s trying to persuade a ten-year-old to write. Other times it’s trying to convince an eight-year-old that she really does need to learn her tables. Sometimes it’s tiredness, sleep-deprivation, morning sickness, money worries. Some worries … Continue reading
A Highly Recommended Advent Calendar/Book
I want to tell you about a FABULOUS Advent Calendar/book. It’s called The Story of Christmas Advent Calendar By Mary Packard, Illustrated by Carolyn Croll. It consists of a large board triptych (three part panel). It opens like double doors and stands … Continue reading
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Lavender Soap and a Thick Dry Towel
Thanksgiving is a beautiful word. When we are thankful our attitude changes. It improves. And then, as if by magic, our situation looks better. It’s healthy to give thanks. A day to celebrate harvest and to give thanks is part … Continue reading
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