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Vashon Vacay
Once or twice a year, Buffy and Patti get together to have fun and rejuvenate. We met in Seattle this year and spent three days on Vashon Island. Vashon Island (the largest island…
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Advent Calendar Ideas
Over the years my family has had myriad advent calendars. Some as simple as the cardboard-open the flap-eat the chocolate type to some pretty fancy ones full of things to do. This year…
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Autumn Gratitude List
Give experiences that teach compassion and gratitude Go apple picking and learn who produces the food we eat Go on a scavenger hunt then paint rocks to paint and hide Teach the…
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Things to Do with Children this Fall that Teach Gratitude
Autumn is my favorite season! Pleasant weather, changing nature, fall decorations, and autumn holidays. It’s a magical time for you and your children (or grandchildren) to spend exploring the beauties of nature and sharing…
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Advent Calendar for Adults
Christmas is more than one day, it’s a season. Days and weeks are full of anticipation, excitement, and activities. But as adults, we don’t always feel the excitement just the exhaustion of long…
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Write Your Personal History in 5 Minutes a Day
Writing a personal history might seem like an overwhelming task but it doesn’t have to be. Not if you just write one memory or experience at a time. No beginning, no middle, no end …
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No Fail French Bread – Melissa Coombs
My friend Melissa Coombs shared this recipe with me probably 20 years ago. She’s a food storage guru. You can find more of her recipes at My Food Storage Favorites My family loves…
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Growing Basil – Tips for Growing, Snipping, Harvesting, and Preserving
Growing basil? Here are some tips are growing, snipping, harvesting, drying and freezing basil. I have tremendous success growing basil in our raised-bed garden, in 2-gallon pots, and in our tower garden. If…
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Family Reunion Photo Scavenger Hunt
Having a family reunion? Want to capture it in a unique and fun way? On Day 1 offer a prize for the photographer in the family who captures the most unique photos using…
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Rhubarb Rolls
Ever wonder what to do with rhubarb? There is always rhubarb pie, rhubarb crisp, and combining rhubarb with other fruits. But, have you ever made rhubarb roll? It’s a Hosford family favorite and since…
