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I HEART You: A Simple Valentine’s Day Craft

ByJennifer McQuillan

Looking for a simple craft this Valentine’s Day? One that will be as fun for your oldest children as it is for your youngest?  One that won’t require days of planning or a fortune in supplies, and won’t leave you with hours of clean-up?  Well, you’re in luck.  I have an idea to share, and…

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Making Memories Monday: A Camping We Will Go

ByJennifer McQuillan

Tin foil dinners cooked in the open fire, s’mores, skits and songs, sleeping under the stars… well, in tents, but after saying goodnight to a sky filled with stars….  I have such fond memories of camping with the Girl Scouts… and my Mom, who was my Girl Scout leader all the way through Scouts.  And…

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Out of the Mouths of Babes: Are We Doing Anything Special Today, Mommy?

ByJennifer McQuillan

“Mommy,” a little voice says, “is today a special day?” “Yes, Connor.  It’s Daddy’s birthday.” “Are we doing anything special today, Mommy,” he asks in an I have something in mind sort of way.   “No, I don’t think so, Connor.” With that, a little head leans toward my ear and begins to whisper.  “Mommy,…

Hitchhikers

ByJennifer McQuillan

A giant zucchini is not all that managed to find its way into our car on the return trip from New Jersey. Meet the newest members of our family: Thomas and Samuel, the adorable sons of Uncle Jim’s cats Casey (aka Cassie) and Rosie. Thomas’ full name is Thomas-the-Tank-Engine Kitten; guess who picked that name?!…