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Hi, I'm a forty something mother of boys living in the Midwest. I love reading, writing, and crafts of all kinds.

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Summer Camps & Fun Activities to do with the kids this summer: 2 of 18
With the high price of gasoline this summer, it's going to be even harder to take your kids to and from various activities. Why not use a little imagination to entertain your brood at home? Here are my top 10 ideas for keeping your kids busy this summer. Kid tested-mother approved! Gardening-This can be an ongoing project fr... More..
Home & Garden > Gardening (Other) Organic gardening 101: 3 of 21
Organic gardening is a process that employs our comprehension of nature as a guide for gardening and caring for the plants in our yards and gardens without using chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Most gardeners prefer the organic techniques because they want to be good caregivers of the environment. They are worried about... More..
Health & Fitness > Vision Dry eye syndrome: Symptoms and treatment: 2 of 14
Dry eye syndrome is a chronic condition that afflicts millions of people. The tear film that lubricates the eye is usually the culprit. Three layers make up this film, the mucus layer coats the cornea, the middle aqueous layer and the outer lipid layer. There are many causes for dry eye syndrome. The normal aging process is ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts How to sew a T-shirt pillow: 2 of 13
What do you do with those gotta have t-shirts your child has accumulated from years of soccer, baseball, dancing or "crushing" over their favorite pop idol or group? Make them a memory pillow. You could even expand on this idea by fashioning a quilt, wall hanging, tote or laundry bag. For a pillow all you need to get started... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Characteristics of emo hair: 4 of 14
Emo hairstyles are not about simply styling your hair to look great, emo hairstyles allow for a vast array of self expression and self style. It has become one of the trendiest options in teen hairstyles today. With resemblances between the two, a short style and a long style can be achieved for a basic emo look. Keeping in ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Easter craft ideas for kids: 3 of 10
If you're planning a big Easter dinner at your house this year, then you probably have many lists. The menu list, which of course is followed by the grocery shopping list, the house cleaning list, the decorating list and of course let's not forget the Easter egg hunt necessity list. But if you're having an Easter egg hunt, y... More..
Health & Fitness > Allergies Allergies: Symptoms and treatment: 8 of 25
In many cases allergy symptoms are difficult to determine from the symptoms of other disorders and illnesses, such as a cold. For this reason, doctors suggest that allergies be properly diagnosed to avoid inappropriate medications. With so many new treatments and medications being developed all the time, it just makes sense ... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Cheap holiday projects for the home: 3 of 8
As a crafter, I participate in craft shows and sell merchandise at a local store. I can tell you my busiest time of year is around the holidays. Fall and Christmas have become big retail money makers. Customers want unique handmade items for their homes and they will pay to get them. But what if you would rather create your ... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) Quick cleaning tips for busy moms: 13 of 33
Just a few dust bunnies for the working mom's soul. Try a 5 minute task guide to everyday housecleaning. As you survey your home, does ordinary hum drum housecleaning seem overwhelming? You can't get started because you don't have time or you don't want to spend the whole day focused on laundry and dust bunnies? I felt the s... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to accent your rooms with fabric: 5 of 12
"Whoever dies with the most toys wins!" We've all seen this bumper sticker, but my husband thinks I should have one on my car that reads, "Whoever dies with the most fabric wins!" I have sewn and been a crafter for years, and even though I can't pass up a fabric sale and have much more fabric than I'll ever use, I have produ... More..