December 31, 2012
by jenny
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Hello, finally getting my eyeglasses adjusted. Goodbye, preschool. Hello, Kindergarten. Goodbye, fabric stash – I’m coming after you with a vengeance and a new serger this year. Hello, more family games nights. Goodbye, being a bad RSVP’er. Hello, learning to … Continue reading
December 30, 2012
by jenny
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My 8-year-old has reached the point in the holidays where quenched anticipation, travel, late nights, not enough time with Grandma and Cousin Pete, lack of daily routine, and a relentless cough is taking a toll. After a treatment of snow … Continue reading
December 27, 2012
by sarah
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You may have heard about the call for paper snowflakes. The Connecticut PTSA is asking for paper snowflakes to make a winter wonderland for the students from Newtown, CT. See the details here. Below are some hints. After making … Continue reading
December 26, 2012
by sarah
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50 years ago my grandmother would place a case of cigarettes into the mailbox as a holiday gift for the postman. Another case was left at the back door for the milk delivery. I wish it was that easy. … Continue reading
December 24, 2012
by sarah
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Last week I made these for a teacher appreciation lunch. I thought you would like them too. The Energy Bars are designed for marathon runners. Or very busy children. They were my favorite mid morning snack when I was pregnant. … Continue reading
December 20, 2012
by jenny
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These cookies are actually nondenominational. My cookie cutter collection is vast and we make these cookies for most celebrations from losing teeth, good job at school, the Super Bowl, or just wanting to use the random owl, ice cream cone … Continue reading
December 19, 2012
by jenny
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I’ve had trouble coming up with a transition from our last two posts of my Ma’s advice, to something else. On one hand, you’ve likely been reading many useful, heartfelt and poignant articles, essays and posts. Who am I to … Continue reading
December 17, 2012
by jenny
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We have received a lot of feedback that my mom’s message was useful on Friday. She has been working with families and schools this weekend and wanted to get out this follow-up message to Friday’s post for those who are … Continue reading
December 14, 2012
by jenny
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I’m not an expert in talking to kids about things like today’s tragedy in Newtown, CT, but my mom is. Here are suggestions that my mom has quickly put together off the top of her head, that you may … Continue reading
December 14, 2012
by sarah
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There is a fabulous small bakery chain in the Boston area called Flour. A while ago they let the Boston Globe publish their tuna salad recipe. It has been a go to dinner for us since. In the summer when … Continue reading