Author Archives: Julie

One Man’s Rags are Another’s Gucci: Beauty of the Clothing Swap

by Julie Posted on February 20, 2012

Ever look in your closet and feel completely uninspired? Wish you could just trade in your entire wardrobe without the cost?  Why not?  I’m betting many of your pals are feeling the same clothing doldrums at any given moment.  Time … Continue reading →

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Giveaway! Sweets for Your Sweet ~ Dolci: Italy’s Sweets Cookbook

by Julie Posted on February 4, 2012

With Valentine’s Day creeping around the corner, some of you may be feeling all lovey dovey and wanting to express your admiration for a special some one.  What better way to do this than to create a rich masterpiece in … Continue reading →

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Ssshhhh! Book Review: Keep Our Secrets by Jordan Crane

by Julie Posted on January 23, 2012

  During our first read of Keep Our Secrets, the number of times “This is so cool” was uttered easily outnumbered the pages of this inventive board book.  Admittedly, I did a lot of the uttering, but my 4 and … Continue reading →

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Lip Service: Eco-Lips Giveaway

by Julie Posted on January 20, 2012

If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a zillion times; there’s nothing I despise more than dry, cracked, chapped lips.  And lip balms?  Over the years I’ve tried tons ~ from cheap drug store labels to chic, overpriced formulas. … Continue reading →

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Protect Your Right to Read This (and anything else you so choose)

by Julie Posted on January 17, 2012

  If you’re online reading this, you’ve probably heard about the two bills before Congress:   Protect IP Act (PIPA) in the Senate and the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) in the House. These legislations would censor the internet.  They … Continue reading →

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Charity Spotlight: Bone Marrow Donation ~ give a little of yourself

by Julie Posted on January 15, 2012

  If your child or some one else you loved was gravely ill, would you undergo a simple outpatient procedure and tolerate a few days of discomfort to possibly save their life?  I’m betting I know the answer. I was recently … Continue reading →

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Giveaway! Make Your Memories Even More Unique: This is Your Book by Ryan Maconochie

by Julie Posted on January 7, 2012

I admit it.  I did a horrible job of organizing my daughters’ baby books.  I regret it already, but I was too busy enjoying the little ones and too exhausted when they were asleep.  I do plan to get it … Continue reading →

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