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Colored shredded coconut makes awesome bird’s nests for Easter themed crafts. It kind of makes me want to try to make a completely edible Easter basket. How cool would that be? 😉 You’ll Need: Shredded Coconut Water Food Coloring Paper Towels Bowls Paper Plates Spatula Directions: First, put water in the bowls. How much water totally Read More >>
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As I mentioned last fall, taking care of the grass is totally my husbands department–but if watching him work counts for something, then I am a pro! Ha. Here’s a quick guide on spring lawn care, which we take very seriously here in suburbia: If you didn’t aerate last fall, spring is another good time Read More >>
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I’m hoping the rain will hold off until this afternoon so Lucy the puggle dog and I can finish cleaning up the raspberry patch. Clipping dead canes and pulling weeds takes a surprising long time when you have a dog helping you out. But I suppose I wouldn’t have it any other way. 🙂 Have Read More >>
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Is it Wednesday already? Sheesh! This week is flying by. 😉 Yesterday the puggle trouble and I were out in the garden when all the sudden I noticed our purple vinca plants were in full bloom on our hillside. I’m not sure how I missed all those gorgeous purple flowers before but man are they pretty or what? Read More >>
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A few times a year we host a huge pasta feed for my kids’ sports team. Sometimes we’ll end up with 50 hungry teenage mouths to feed. Sounds daunting, but it always turns out awesome. The kids love it and I love having them there. Through the years I’ve picked up a few tips and Read More >>
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I was in the grocery store yesterday waiting in line at the checkout. The guy that got in line behind me {with just a basket, not a cart} scooched in oddly close to me–like there is “I’m in a line close” and “I could feel this guy’s breath on my neck close.” I was stuck Read More >>
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I love getting emails from my readers, especially when they ask questions I know lots of people might be interested in. Recently, Michele asked me how to infuse oils for more flavorful cooking, etc. She wrote: Hi Mavis! I love your site and check in daily and comment. I’m working on a garden and having Read More >>
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Gardening season is here! And I for one think I might set up a tent in the backyard just to keep from having to be indoors one more second. I am going to live in my garden for the next 7 months. Sure, it may get a little weird that the kids have to visit Read More >>
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