Monthly Archives: September 2012

A Dog & A Dream Part 2

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Jennifer

My 7 year old had the saddest look on his face so I bought him a dog. Well, no. But I thought I might make you think I caved for a moment. It was actually quite easy to say no … Continue reading →

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Free Museum Day – Saturday Sept. 29th

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Jennifer

Saturday is free museum day again! Each of the 50 states has one or more museums participating. Just in the Dallas area alone there are 10 museums participating. *The one catch to this program is that you have to have … Continue reading →

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Printable Halloween Dinner Conversation Cards – New to Etsy!

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Jennifer

So I’ve spent the last few months thinking about Halloween. Believe it or not, I started putting together these cards in June and am so excited to finally say they are done! The Halloween Dinner Conversation Set includes: 31 cards … Continue reading →

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A Dog & A Dream

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Jennifer

As I’ve made perfectly clear in previous posts, our dog drives me bonkers. Whether it’s eating plastic skeletons (yes, that’s the latest item to go) or digging holes in the back yard, she just drives me crazy. Believe me, there’s … Continue reading →

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Halloween Estimation – Printable

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Jennifer

This weekend we pulled out our Halloween stuff and started decorating the house. I found the following printable which we used at our Halloween party last year. Just find an empty jar, count candy corns as you fill up the … Continue reading →

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The Countdown has Begun

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Jennifer

Folks, it’s time we get serious here. I’m going to tell you something that may excite you but it may panic you. Are you ready? Christmas is less than 100 days away! In fact, it’s only 94 days away! Yep. … Continue reading →

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Signs I’m Becoming a Grumpy Old Man

Posted on September 20, 2012 by Jennifer

Lately, I think I am noticing the signs of being a grumpy old man. You know, passing a group of teenagers on the street and then calling them hooligans to my husband later. Or maybe it’s the fact that it … Continue reading →

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Printable Baby Shower Prints – New on Etsy!

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Jennifer

If you are hosting a baby shower anytime soon, these baby shower prints in my shop would be perfect! These prints are each 8.5 in x 11 in and could really add a special touch to your dessert area. Wouldn’t … Continue reading →

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Only a Parent…

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Jennifer

Only a parent can be enjoying a dinner of black beans & rice, leave the table to wipe a little one’s rear end, and then return to the table to enjoy a chocolate pudding dessert – all without a wince … Continue reading →

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Top 5 Reasons I’m a Bad Mom

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Jennifer

Here are the top 5 reasons I’m a bad mom according to my 7 year old… 5. My Mom hasn’t run out and bought the part necessary to fix the XBOX machine. 4. My Mom won’t let me eat dessert … Continue reading →

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