Promised pics of Baseball Shirt

I promised these a while back. Here is the picture of the finished baseball t-shirt created from Daddy's old t-shirts. Don't throw those things away! If you missed the tutorial, you can find it he...

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Weight Loss - HEALTH journey

I mentioned several weeks ago that I have begun a new adventure....one of health.  I have always had an interest in health, and this spring I decided I was going to get back into shape.  I had hopes of losing a few pounds and really get into shape.  Well, I worked and worked and go into...

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Oatmeal Pancakes

Last Monday, I began a new nutrition program for 2 reasons.  First, to lose some weight.  Secondly, to be healthier and just maintain a higher level of nutrition.  I'll be posting in more detail about that soon. Today, I wanted to share a new favorite recipe of mine.  I've been trying...

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Almost been 1 week

I can't believe that it's almost been 1 week since I've posted. I had different plans. I'm in the middle of some training for a new endeavor AND because of this decision I am also at least 5 pounds...

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"Baseball" shirt Tutorial....my first

Today is my first....TUTORIAL!  I'm so excited to share what I've been working on.  I began trying to make something for my sister who just had her 3rd baby boy.  I wanted to make them...

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OO-OO Owl Cookies

I saw these owl cookies over at Oopsey Daisy and couldn't wait to try them!  They are so cute and they taste yummy, too!  (I know, real creative pic...I apologize.  I feel like I'm lucky...

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I'm Back!

I'm slowly entering back into the real world after having been gone from home and visiting my parents and a couple of my siblings and their families.  I actually have been back for 5 days already,...

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Marriage Retreat

Jonathon and I just returned from a much-needed weekend away.  We attended a marriage retreat called A Weekend to Remember.  It was nice to just spend uninterrupted time together; to focus on one another and just enjoy each other.  Our kids stayed at home with my parents, and were glad...

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My Sister is My Hero

My younger sister is my hero.  I just wanted to put that in print somewhere.  MY SISTER IS MY HERO.I've always cared deeply for my brother and sisters and parents.  I feel like we're a...

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New Quick Recipe!

I was searching the web for a quick & easy recipe for snacks.  I kind of wanted to find something that was "fall" themed but it had to be simple and was limited to what I had in my pantry.  I fell upon this recipe here.  Mmmm! Whoever decided that chocolate and peanut butter went...

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Blogging world

I have been spending lots of time reading sewing and craft blogs and have enjoyed every minute of it!  So many great ideas out there!  I just found a great new blog here.  Check out her first giveaway here (especially if you love fabric and sewing (my favorite "craft...

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Things I Love

It's Friday of a 3-day weekend, what more can you love than that!?  I'm looking forward to enjoying this long weekend with my family and my in-laws that are here visiting as well.  I hope everyone can have a relaxing weekend and take time to just enjoy.  Rebel against the fast-paced,...

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Watermelon Cookies

I got this idea on the web somewhere, but now I can't seem to find where.  Anyway, I've been wanting to make these ever since I found them, and hadn't found a "reason" to make them yet.  Well,...

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I Need Structure...I guess

I'm sure we all need a little bit of structure.  I like the part of structure that gives me goals to reach for and helps me feel like I'm accomplishing something.  I don't like the part of structure that feels like it's strangling you.  Being a stay-at-home mom, I struggle...

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Homemade Salsa

We had Santa Fe Chicken last night, which is a Homemade Gourmet recipe.  But instead of using their salsa (which I should since I'm a consultant) I use our FAVORITE salsa recipe.  It's one we make from scratch at home.  My childhood neighbor passed this on to my mom, and my husband and...

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Calorie Watch

I failed to post yesterday, so I figured I'd post twice today!  Eventually I'd love to come up with a "plan" for the blog, because I just like plans and it helps keep me on target.  Like every day of the week would have it's own category and that's what I'd post on that day...we'll see. ...

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Homemade Laundry Soap

The festival wasn't as big of a hit as I had hoped.  I had high hopes of selling out of everything, but that was not the case.  I have contacted the two people that said they would like to host a Homemade Gourmet party, but haven't gotten anything on the calendar yet.  Hopefully, those...

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Old to New Creations

I'm preparing for my first festival.  I have a booth rented for our town-wide festival.  I will be selling Homemade Gourmet products - click here for more information on these amazing products...

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First Festival. First Post

I've been looking around at blogs and websites and getting very inspired to start creating.  I have so many ideas right now and other people's {very creative people} ideas that I can't wait to try.I hope this blog will be a place that I can express and share what is inspiring me.  So...I'm...

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