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Garden Surprises

Garden Surprises

Fall is officially here, so it seems a bit odd to be posting about the garden, but it appears that this year’s garden is a late bloomer, so to say. The first garden surprise is the fact that we even have a garden.  It was in the long-term plan, but I had resolved that it would not be happening this year due to the new business craziness. But, then Craig decided to build a garden, and … Read entire article »

Filed under: Garden, Go Green

Getting Ready for Back to School!

Getting Ready for Back to School!

It’s been a long, hot summer.  We’ve had tons of fun swimming, riding bikes, and doing a bit of travel, but I think our entire family is ready to welcome the structure that our school year schedule brings.  Much like the new calendar year, the new school year brings me a sense of renewal – a chance to reboot, make some improvements, and simplify wherever possible.  I’m a little sad that this is the last … Read entire article »

Filed under: Education, Homemaking, Mommyhood

Booklist: Fall, Harvest, and Halloween

Booklist: Fall, Harvest, and Halloween

Post by Meredith Neesvig Yippee!  Fall has officially arrived! I love the change of the seasons and especially the change of book displays in my library. There are so many great non-fiction Fall titles available—Pebble Go!, has a super set of books that have photograph illustrations and simple text for the youngest of students (see below). Although I love a good non-fiction book, my heart really belongs to those fiction stories that make you feel like … Read entire article »

Filed under: Booklists, Education, Guest Blogger, Mommyhood