Category Archives: works-for-me wednesday
WFMW – greatest tips/hits edition – getting kids to float on their backs
I taught swimming lessons for years in high school and college so I have a few tips for teaching kids how to float on their back. For beginners who aren’t comfortable in the water: 1. Have them float on their … Continue reading
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A big, fat no
Sorry guys. It turns out the email I received was only for certain customers (although it would have been nice if it had said that). I went around and around with Shutterfly to see if there was any way they … Continue reading
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Alright, stop what you’re doing
Some people are having a hard time w/ the Shutterfly free photo book code. Rachel tried to do it yesterday but was told that the code was expired. She emailed them and they sent back a reply saying that the photo books … Continue reading
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WFMW – Lent
For Lent I’m giving up alcohol and an extra hour of my time each week. A few years ago we had this great visiting priest that gave a sermon on Lent. He said that instead of giving up the usual things (chocolate, … Continue reading
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WFMW – Another free photo book
Sorry guys. It turns out the email I received was only for certain customers (although it would have been nice if it had said that). I went around and around with Shutterfly to see if there was any way … Continue reading
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Works-for-me Wednesday – Borrowing discounts from the library
I read in Parents magazine that many public libraries have a program set up where you can check out discounts or free admission passes to local attractions, such as museums, state parks, etc. … Continue reading
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Works-for-me Wednesday – toys worth buying
I am loving this Works-for-me Wednesday. I have 2 boys, age 4 and 18 months. They love anything that has to do with cars and balls but here are some of the specifics: … Continue reading
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Works-for-me Wednesday – Calendars
Make Your Own Calendar For the last few years I’ve made my own calendars through Shutterfly. I’ve tried doing calendars at other places and sites but Shutterfly is by far my favorite. I absolutely love them. … Continue reading
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Works-for-me Wednesday – Vinegar and Dripping Sinks
Vinegar and Dripping Sinks Okay…no judging please:) Our kitchen sink started dripping about a year ago. That drip got worse and worse. My husband tried to stop the drip but didn’t have much luck … Continue reading
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Works-for-me Wednesday – ChaCha
ChaCha We were sitting at the Chiefs/Rams preseason football game 2 weeks ago wondering when the Rams won their last Super Bowl (we’re Chiefs fans so don’t ask me why this came up). Eric’s friend … Continue reading
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Works-for-me Wednesday – gift for a 6 year old boy?
Gift for a 6 year old boy? Today is the backwards editon of Works-For-Me Wednesday. So, instead of offering advice, I’m asking for help. Here goes… My nephew turns 6 this month. Does anyone have … Continue reading
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Works-for-me Wednesday – Chigger bites
I guess chiggers, not to be mistaken for mosquitoes, love my mom. She can’t do any type of outdoor work without getting eaten up. Someone recently told her that wearing a dryer sheet will keep the chiggers away. So last week … Continue reading
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Works-For-Me Wednesday – Floating on Their Backs
Floating on Their Backs (Swimming Lessons) I taught swimming lessons for years in high school and college so I have a few tips for teaching kids how to float on their back. For beginners who … Continue reading
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Works-For-Me Wednesday – Kids in Church
Kids in church If you’re anything like me, church can be hard with little ones. Until my son turned 3, my husband and I would take turns taking him to the back of … Continue reading
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