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Husbands & Father’s Day

Father’s Day is rapidly approaching and it’s a day to celebrate having dad around. I didn’t grow up with a father so the first years that I have ever celebrated Father’s Day began when I was pregnant and then of course after our daughter was born. My husband’s relationship with his father was intensely valuable to him and his relationship with his daughter is even more valuable to him now. Different Ways to Celebrate For Father’s Day, we’ve done different kinds of gifts over the years from finger paintings my daughter has made to favored books, ties, robes and more. … Continue reading →

Genealogy Podcast Roundup – Week of June 4, 2012

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Every week, the Genealogy Podcast Roundup brings you brand new episodes of podcasts that talk about topics related to genealogy. Has your favorite genealogy podcast released a new episode yet? African Roots Podcast released episode number 165 on June 1, 2012. In this episode, host Angela Walton-Raji talks a little about her recent visit to Arkansas where she attended a Preservation conference and the dedication of a monument to the first black Deputy Marshal on the western frontier. She also talks about the upcoming conference by the African American Genealogy Group of Philadelphia, upcoming Juneteenth celebrations, the Samford IGHR, the … Continue reading →

Make Learning Fun

If you have kids, then you know that getting them to study is not always a walk in the park. However, a sunny stroll in a national park could put learning in a whole new light. The same could be said for any educational destination that promotes hands-on learning. If you are looking for ways to make learning fun for your reluctant student, consider visiting: Independence Hall: A trip to Pennsylvania is not complete without a pit stop at Independence Hall where kids can learn about America’s founding fathers in a unique tour. Philadelphia’s Ghost Tour is a fun and … Continue reading →

He’s Got Her Wrapped Around His Little Finger!

Chase has been dating Amy, a 28 year old single mother, for over a year. Things are getting serious; they’ve even been batting around the “M” word. She is attractive, kind, funny, considerate, and they both love to fish and camp. In a nutshell, she’s everything he’s been looking for in a life partner…except for one little thing… a twenty-eight pound, 3 year old little thing, named Marcus. “Now don’t get me wrong, he’s really cute and everything” admits Chase, “but she jumps every time he cries! And I mean every time! He has totally got her wrapped around his … Continue reading →

Picture Perfect: Daddy and Me!

This is a last minute gift idea that I have just come across, but if you order it today you can have it within one hour to pick up at your local Walgreen’s. It is absolutely FREE! If there is not a Walgreen’s near you then you can have it shipped to your home for a minimal additional fee. You do have to order it by 11:59 p.m. tonight though. If you want a great gift for Dad in celebration of Father’s Day then visit: http://photo2.walgreens.com/walgreens/storepage/storePageId=SpecialOffer?stop_mobi=yes&ec=hn8269_free8x10&ep_mid=70922810&ep_rid=3005767654. Walgreen’s is a great pharmacy that carries multiple items for all occasions. Their photo … Continue reading →

Scrapbooking Week in Review for May 26 – June 1, 2008

Summer has finally arrived. The humidity level in the Midwest has made it difficult to enjoy being outdoors during the main daylight hours, so I have tried to play catch up on some scrapbooking. We have also had plenty of events lately that have called for some handmade cards so I have been busy churning those out as well. I will be sharing the How To directions for those in the upcoming week. In the meantime, catch up on some reading in case you missed these in the Scrapbooking Blog this week. How Do I Find Time To Scrapbook? School’s … Continue reading →

Celebrity Engagements—-Drew and Anna Up In a Tree…

Not together…with their respective new future spouses. Not only does Drew Carey have a new gig taking over for Bob Barker on “The Price Is Right,” but now he’s also getting a new wife to boot. Nicole Jaracz is no consolation prize, according to the actor’s rep. Carey’s new fiancée is a recent graduate of culinary school and reportedly a perfect match for Carey, a self-professed foodie. The marriage will be the first for both Carey and Jaracz, however, according to The Power of 10’s rep, no date for a wedding has been set yet. Carey’s rep did reveal that … Continue reading →

Celebrity Milestones: Three Babies and a Wedding

He survived being chased by throngs of teeny boppers in the 90s and recovered from a near fatal race car accident (when he crashed into a wall at the Kentucky Speedway) in 2002, now the world is waiting to see how well Jason Priestly will survive fatherhood. The former Beverly Hills, 90210 star and his wife, Naomi just welcomed a baby girl. The 37-year-old actor met his 31-year-old wife in 2001 in London and married her in May 2005. This is the first child for Priestly and his wife. Meanwhile, it’s a boy for Dave Matthews and his wife Ashley. … Continue reading →

Say Cheese! Picture People Free Portrait

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In September of 2001, on a whim I had the kids’ photo taken at a Picture People in the mall. They needed haircuts and their clothes weren’t new, but it was to be a surprise for daddy. Cute photo of them holding flags and stars, and wearing red, white, and blue. Two days later 9/11 happened. To me, the picture will always remind me of that tragedy. It’s what photos are for, really. To take us back to a snapshot in time. Sophia Loren had a portrait taken of her son every day of his childhood. What a wonderful idea! … Continue reading →

Celebrating the Finalization of Adoption

The long awaited day finally is approaching when the adoption case will be closed and you will have gained the rights that other mother and fathers are entitled to with their children. With the judge’s signature on the adoption decree, and the attorney taking the decree to be filed, it is finished! There are countless ways to celebrate this special event. I’m going to just share a few. Since our family adopted through Oregon’s state adoption program, we had the option to be present when the judged signed the adoption decree, free of charge but someone I know who had … Continue reading →