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The Only 3 Parenting Rules I Follow

When I was pregnant with my son, I couldn’t read enough parenting books.  I wanted to be the very best parent I could.  I wanted to be the best and give him the best and it seemed like there was a book for everything.  Pregnancy?  No problem.  Colic View Post

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Free Printable Thanksgiving Coloring Pages for Kids

Bring on the Thanksgiving turkey!  My library classes are so much fun now that we are headed into the Thanksgiving holidays.  These free printable Thanksgiving coloring pages for kids make the perfect activity after reading a fun Thanksgiving book View Post

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Free Printable Fall Coloring Pages for Kids

I love fall coloring pages!  As a librarian, they are a perfect filler for my preschool and lower grade classes to go along with a lesson we are doing in the library.  Seasonal coloring pages, like these free printable fall coloring pages, are so View Post

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20 Reading Fair Project Tips and Tricks From a Librarian

Another school year has started and it’s already time for me to start thinking about putting together plans for our school reading fair.  I get so excited every year about seeing all of the insanely creative projects my students come up with.  View Post

25 Fun and Easy Halloween Crafts for Kids

October has finally arrived, and the cooler weather has come in with it.  I always look forward to this time of year because we can finally start decorating our home with fall and Halloween decor.  We spent this past Saturday doing just that, and View Post

When You’re Too Old for Glitter Bracelets

When I was a little girl, I adored all things cute. Glitter bracelets were totally my jam.  Hello Kitty.  Charm necklaces.  I was convinced that Lisa Frank was a pure genius and had to have everything Lisa Frank I could get my hands on, especially View Post

25 Ultimate Halloween Treats and Recipes- Fun Party Food

One of the most fun parts about Halloween is the cute Halloween treats and recipes to really make those Halloween party foods scary good.  Halloween treats have certainly come a long, long way since I was a kid.  I looked forward to the candied View Post

August ipsy Glam Bag Review and Urban Decay Mini-Haul

My August ipsy Glam Bag arrived a couple of weeks ago and I was so excited because this was my first ever glam bag.  I’ve seen so many people on Facebook raving about ipsy and finally decided in late July to sign up for it.  If you aren’t familiar View Post

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