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Archive for September, 2008

September Lasagna

What’s for Dinner Series – September Lasagna
Ingredients:

1 medium eggplant, about 1 lb. cut into 1/4 inch slices
1 pound zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch slices
12 lasagna noodles (I use the “no cook” version)
1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
1/2 c. chopped fresh basil
6 T. grated parmesan cheese
6 T. olive oil (or more)
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
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How to Save Vacation Keepsakes

Tip of the Week – How to Save Vacation Keepsakes!
After any vacation, it’s inevitable that we return with more than just photographs!  At the bottom of our suitcases, there will be room keys, brochures from attractions, ticket stubs, drink stirrers, sea shells and lots of other items that won’t fit into a traditional photo album.  And since... Read more »

Clever Ways to Display and Enjoy Vacation Memories!

Displaying and Enjoying Vacation Memories!
I’m part of a family that loves souvenirs and I often wonder if the gift shop isn’t why we went somewhere in the first place!  And in addition to the gift shop purchases, we also love to gather all sorts of other memorabilia – from shells, to rocks, to room keys... Read more »

Sock Sorting Made Easy!

Look What I Found – Laundry Sorting Made Easy with Sock Sacs!
If you spend hours sifting through baskets of socks and underwear, sorting laundry by family member and hoping to end up without unmatched strays, this clever problem solver is just what you need!  Sock Sacs are colorful mesh bags that you personalize with your... Read more »

Cook for the Cure

Tip of the Week – Cook for the Cure!
I just love the new fundraiser for Breast Cancer Research initiated by Kitchen Aid!  Kitchen Aid has enlisted Villeroy and Boch to design a beautiful party platter inscribed with the words, “Cook for Your Family, Cook for Your Friends, Cook for the Cure.”
After purchasing the platter, you’ll... Read more »

Win a Free Quilting Book from Zippy Strippy Quilts

Enter to Win a Free Quilting Book from Zippy Strippy Quilts!
This contest is now closed. Congratulations to our winner, Carole of Marlton, NJ!

Would you like to win a beautiful book on how to easily make a fabulous quilt?  At Zippy Strippy Quilts, creator Jenny Matlock promises a quilt of lasting beauty and coziness in less... Read more »

Easily Make a Quilt With Zippy, Strippy Quilts!

Look What I Found – Zippy, Strippy Quilts!
Just the word, “quilting” gives me scary thoughts of too many tiny pieces of fabric, threading tiny needles and a project I’ll never finish!  Well, it’s now possible to forget about those time consuming and expertise requiring notions thanks to the Zippy, Strippy Quilt!
Creator Jenny Matlock promises a quilt... Read more »

Back to School Supplies for Moms

Tip of the Week – Back to School Supplies for Moms!
So by now you’ve outfitted your children with brand new notebooks, paper, glue sticks (I once had to send in 12!) and tracked down those specialty colored pencils that were required by the art teacher!  But really smart mothers will also lay in a stash... Read more »

Host a High School Musical 3 Party

Host a High School Musical 3 Party!
The anxiously anticipated final installment of the High School Musical trilogy dances into movie theatres on Friday, October 24th and my kids can’t wait!  Coming up with a fun party plan for a movie that isn’t even in the theatres yet is a bit challenging, but since this is... Read more »

Travel Made Easy

Tip of the Week – All Types of Travel Made Easy
If the months ahead include travel plans with your girlfriends, spouse or children, here are some fabulous websites that will make any trip a breeze!
Girlfriends’ Getaway
Holiday Golightly is the quintessential site for planning a treasured trip with girlfriends!  This adorable and user friendly site addresses... Read more »

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