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21 Ways to Make Your Dog Smile

The last time we went to have a Murph post-op paw check-up at the surgeon’s office, we were placed in a room that had artwork in it this time –in the form of a cute poster titled “21 Ways to Make a Dog Smile.” It was a long, skinny one with three columns seven rows deep of 21 different smiling dog faces. Above the pictures were captions that suggested such smile-invoking activities as “Play catch,” “Make it a Blockbuster night,” “Do you want to go for a…WALK?!,” “Joyride!,” “Bring your dog to work day,” and “Teach your dog to smile…literally!” … Continue reading →

Your New Home: A Few Decorating Tips

Moving into a new home is so exciting. You get a fresh start in making a house into the perfect, cozy home for you and your family. While there are too many positive things to about moving into a new home to list them all here, one minor drawback might be not having the money to buy all the new furnishings and accessories you’d like to have as you begin decorating. That’s okay. There are some tips you can use to fill in those empty spaces and help your new home look a little more lived in. Go Green First, … Continue reading →

Host an Artwork Exchange

We’ve talked about hosting all kinds of exchanges from the cookie exchange (which doesn’t have to be just for Christmas) to the back to school clothing exchanges and swapping accessories and holiday decorations. Now, it’s time to talk about an artwork exchange. If you have recently moved or redecorated, it’s a great time to host an exchange. You can trade off some pieces that no longer make much of an impact and gain some items to add some sparkle to your new spaces. Pricey Pieces First, if you have valuable artwork, you do not want to trade it with the … Continue reading →

Playing up the Playroom

Decorating your child’s playroom may be one of the most fun room makeovers you’ll ever do. Even if you go for a sophisticated look, you’ll obviously still want to add some whimsical touches, since it is after all a “play” room intended for good times. You don’t have to be particular and fussy when it comes to this space. You can be as daring as you like, because kids love funky, brightly colored, interesting objects. Furnishings and accessories don’t need to follow any rigid rules; they just need to come together to fashion an inviting place to play, create, and … Continue reading →

Home: Week of October 23-29, at a Glance

This week, Marjorie kicked us off with the first article of the week, Preparing for the Dinner Party, and she finished up for us with, Other Interesting Party Ideas. She has shared a variety of great tips for entertaining and giving wonderful parties throughout the past several weeks. If you missed any of her posts, be sure to check them out when you have time. Michele began with, House Tips—How To Save A Bird, and finished up with, Product Review: Leaf Collectors, on Saturday. Michele does a great job of finding unique and interesting topics to share and she also … Continue reading →

Preserving School Memories

Today I went to my daughter’s school to eat lunch with her because she was student of the week for her class. All of the other children who were student of the week in the class, their parents and the principal eat lunch up on the stage in the cafeteria. It was really fun and nice time for my daughter to feel special. But, guess what? I forgot to take my camera! I’m not too worried since we will have other great school experiences to capture in the future, but it got me thinking about all of the things I … Continue reading →

Winners of the Caldecott Medal: 1998-2002

For more information about the origins of the Caldecott Medal, please see The Caldecott Medal and the Man for Whom it was Named. I am giving a brief synopsis of each book along with a comment about the artwork here and there. I am also including lists of the Honor winners for each year. I hope you enjoy my series. Comments are welcomed!! 1998 “Rapunzel” by Paul O. Zelinsky In this retelling of the classic tale, Paul Zelinsky really creates a believable story that a girl could have hair strong enough for someone to climb up it. Her hair is … Continue reading →