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I have a pretty hard-bound notebook I purchased at Barnes and Noble that is my “book” notebook. In this notebook I keep track of what I’ve read and what I want to read. I have pages with book wish lists for me, for my husband, and for my kids.
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How are you feeling about your home, self, and family? In your eyes can it use improvement? For years, I struggled to be sure everything was in place, and to be sure I appeared to have it all together, and to truly appear happy even though deep down my life was a mess. I desperately wanted a change but had no idea how to go about making one. There was no value in the most important things in my life, but too much value was placed up what others thought of me and how I appeared to “others”. Inadvertently, but by my reactions, I even showed my children that their worth was infinitely less than the furnishings or belongings every time they accidently messed something up or damaged objects or clothes. The value I placed on the need to be perfect or to live a life that I thought others would approve of had a cost- my happiness and the happiness of those closest to me. 
It may be cold and nasty outside but February is full of fun holidays and celebrations. Take advantage of them and make this month a time where you show your family how much they rock your world!
On the first of Feb. give your spouse or family member the following note: "Congratulations, you are the lucky recipient of the 14 days of Valentines."
Grocery stores are meant to trap you into spending more money. They're a business, that's what they do. Their colorful displays, free samples and candy aisles right by the checkout are booby traps even for the most savvy shopper. However, with just a little planning, and some self control, anyone can avoid the toll that a ..
Need new ideas for ways to connect with your family and enjoy quality time together? Here is a list of ideas you can do with your family in the month of January.
Make the most of your time with your kids and make it a life lesson’s learning experience at the same time. Leave a little time for discussion at the end and you’ll have one {or more} easy to put together, but very enriching experience.
Why do we focus on Historic Homemakers here at the Homemaking Cottage? Because we believe that in learning from people of the past we can make our lives better today. There is a quote by George R.R. Martin that goes, “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.”
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The best thing about these Danish is the taste. The second best thing is how unbelievable easy and quick they are to make!
After the cookies have cooled slightly, decorate them with the cake decorating stuff. Add sprinkles and other decorations- maybe Valentine's candies.
We love this version of the 100 pound carrot cake. Don’t let National Carrot Cake {February 3rd} day pass you by without a slice. This is a cake that is perfect for company or whenever you have some extra time and want a sweet treat! This carrot cake is sure to make you better-than-Betty-Crocker. {wink}
Winter is a great time to have soup. Tired of the same old chicken noodle, clam chowder or even minestrone? Adding some good dumplins' can make even the plainest fare seem extra-special. Each batch of dough makes about 8 golf-ball sized dumplins'
Amazing wine. Beautiful sculptures. Spending Sundays browsing through chic markets while you wear linen scarves; who doesn't like all things French? It brings out the young girl in all of us to think of the country known for it's romance, brooding architecture and decadent food. A love of colors and a fondness for simple...
I've really aquired a taste for fresh fruits in foods and pear cake is a new favorite of mine. It's moist, delicious, and easy to make. Pears are still in season, so enjoy them while they are the freshest!