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Book BlitzI 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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Get Your Boosters for the New Year
Written by Kristy Powers   

In medicine, a booster shot gives us an additional dose to maintain the effectiveness of the original dose. As homemakers we need ongoing “boosters” to keep us going strong in our pivotal and challenging roles without burning out or breaking down.

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Loves and Kisses Gift Bouquet
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Love and Kiss bouquetSponge the terra cotta pot white. After it dries, sponge small red & pink hearts all over the pot.

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Valentine Punch
Written by Donna Scott   

Valentine Punch1 1/2 gal. Raspberry Sherbet: Mix together. Add the last 2 ingredients just before serving.

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Heart Lollipop Cookies
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Heart Cookie LollipopsAfter the cookies have cooled slightly, decorate them with the cake decorating stuff.  Add sprinkles and other decorations- maybe Valentine's candies.

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Valentine's Celebration Ideas
Written by Various Contributors   

Valentine's Celebration IdeasIf it is hard to find a babysitter or a decent restaurant not already booked, or you just don't have the money for Valentine's then make your own romantic evening out and save money too!

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Hair Wreath of Hearts
Written by Pam Lewis   

Hair Wreath of HeartsStart with a flexible strand of wire that is stout enough to hold it's shape when made into a circle. (suggested gauge would be 20).

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111 Ways To Say I Love You Jar
Written by Gina Jenkins, San Jose, CA   

111 Ways To Say I Love You JarHere are the 111 ways and they are in no particular order or categories (i.e. if they are for spouse, child, etc.)  We are planning to color code them on separate colored paper so if you want an idea for your spouse...

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Candy Grams
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Candy GramsThis is a fun Valentine's Candy Gram idea. Use a piece of poster board, black marker and masking tape. Simply construct a message substituting as many words for candy as you can.

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Valentine's Traditions
Written by Various Contributors   

Valentine's TraditionsWe have a valentine box, which we decorate every year with last years valentines. Then we put all our valentines to each other inside. We always tie the box up so there is no peeking. Then Valentines night Daddy opens the box and passes...

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Surprise Your Valentine!
Written by Various Contributors   

Surprise Your  Valentine!Here are a couple of ideas to surprise your Valentine with a fun and/or romantic evening!

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14 Days of Valentine
Written by Marsha in Utah   

14 Days of ValentineOn 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."

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Valentine Stationary
Written by Pam Lewis   

Valentine StationaryTake card stock (can be all white or multi-value color) and cut into quarters. Unfold and hold it halves and cut on fold to make two equal size pieces of stationary.

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Valentine's Soda
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Place a scoop or two of ice cream in a glass, pour sprite over it. Top with strawberry preserves and whipped cream. 

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