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Gourmet 100 Pound Carrot Cake

Gourmet 100 Pound Carrot CakeWe 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}

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Saturday Connections

If you are like most women your week is beyond the ordinary in busy as you run from one event to another and put out one proverbial fire after another. Do you desire to connect with your family on a meaningful level and have fun at the same time? 

We get it. 

We do too. 

How many times has it taken you more time trying to figure out WHAT do to than it did to actually have the activity with your family?


Working moms, Work at home moms, homeschooling moms, single moms, married couples with or without children…any of you can plan quick, meaningful activities with your families.  Let’s make Saturday the day to connect- when most people are home together.  


We have a series for you!  Each month we bring you Saturday Connection ideas themed according to season, holidays, and more.  These are quick and easy to put together activities.  We take the monkey off your back and make you the star of the show as you create these meaningful experiences together.

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Saturday Connections: Love (and muffins!) is all around
(3 votes, average 4.67 out of 5)
Written by Amanda Nelson   

Valentine's DayValentine's Day is this week. Many people choose not to celebrate Valentine's Day, even if they are in a romantic relationship. The theory is that we should be showing our affection and romantic natures every day of the year. However I, and many others I know, love Valentine's Day...

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Saturday Connections: Books, Birds and Cocktails!
(3 votes, average 4.67 out of 5)
Written by Amanda Nelson   

Black History MonthIt 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!

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Connecting Ideas for January
(1 vote, average 5.00 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

chinese new yearNeed 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.

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Just Right for Reading
(2 votes, average 4.50 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Just Right for ReadingMake 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.

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Saturday Connections: Traditions, Cranberry Muffins and More!
Written by Amanda Nelson   

Cranberry Crumb muffinNo matter how much we don't want to admit it, the holidays can leave us in what my Grandma used to call "a tizzy". Yet despite a whirlwind of last minute side-dishes and extra uncles coming for Thanksgiving it is possible to take a moment to breathe or even (dare I say) enjoy the holidays?

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Saturday Connections: Sweet Moments
Written by Amanda Nelson   

BonfireTo our little family, being connected means more than sharing the covers on these cold nights, it means enthusiastically participating in every part of our life together. He makes the crust, I make the filling. I wash the clothes, and he entertains me with funny stories while I put ...

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