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Looking for fun and unique ways to use tea? These tea recipes are just what you need. Everything from unique drinks to desserts. They are a must for tea lovers. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. This is Lisa, Dee’s daughter. I share her love of tea and thought it would be…
For as long as I can remember I have loved libraries. Books are my passion and being surrounded by them simply makes me happy. I know many LWD readers share my love of books and libraries so in honor of National Library Week I thought we’d chat a bit about the libraries we have loved….
Have you ever felt like you could use a bit of an overhaul? Or wish you could just push a button and reset your life…sort of like when your mobile phone starts acting all slow and wonky? That’s exactly where I am right now and I suspect I’m not alone. In fact, springtime often brings…
It is said that you can’t judge a book by its cover but I must admit that was exactly what drew me to this month’s LWD Book Club selection. Lilacs are my favorite flower which was reason enough for me to take a peek when I saw this at our local library book sale. The…
Let’s go ahead get something out of the way right off the bat. While my current status is that of a full-time homemaker/blogger, I’ve also worked out of the home, both part-time and full-time. Even while working I still considered “making a home” an important part of my daily life as I’m sure many women…
One of the most important skills a homemaker can have is the ability to manage the household finances well. No matter the income, we all want to get the most for our money. I would love to share some of my favorite frugal resources with you. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. …
As spring approaches I am eager to open the windows, clear away some of the excess of winter coziness, and start scrubbing. I’ve found myself thinking of Grandma a lot lately and trying to recall just how she kept house. I truly believe my love of homemaking came from her. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate…
We have entered the season of Lent and for those of us who observe this tradition, it’s a time of reflection and sacrifice. It’s common to give up something during Lent – chocolate, alcohol, meat, junk food, etc. But I’m thinking a bit differently this time. This year, in addition to giving up chips and…
I was hoping that March would bring warmer, sunnier days but…nope. It has been freezing here and they’ve been predicting ice or snow this weekend. Yuck. I’m ready for spring which you might guess from the color palette of this month’s book club selection. My son gave me Reese Witherspoon’s book, Whiskey in a Teacup,…