Sometimes I think that the time getting ready for Christmas is even better than the big day itself. I love lighting the Advent candles each Sunday, setting out the pieces of our Nativity set bit by bit, and counting down the days on an Advent calendar, getting one step closer to Christmas Day. This Santa …
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Make Your Own White Hot Cocoa Mix
I don’t think I’ve ever met a type of chocolate I didn’t like. Hot, cold, white, milk, dark – I love it all. Well, wait. There is some chocolate I’ve had in the US that has wax added to it. I don’t like that kind. Blech. Anyway, I digress. Is there anything more comforting in …
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DIY Winter White Embroidery Hoop Wreath
Y’all, I wait for this all year long. Not only is it a lot of fun to see all the amazing posts in the the 12 Days of Christmas DIY series but it is a blast to participate in too. It really gets my creative mojo going! This DIY Winter White Monochromatic Embroidery Hoop Wreath …
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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds 3 Ways
Did you save your pumpkin seeds when you carved your Jack O’Lantern? I sure hope so! They are SO delicious. Here are 3 great ideas for roasted pumpkin seeds. I honestly think that one of the BEST parts of carving pumpkins is the pumpkin seeds. Freshly roasted pumpkin seeds right out of the oven are …
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Fun Fall Day Trips to Take This Year in Southwestern Ontario
The autumn months are one of the most wonderful times of year to take a road trip, especially in southwestern Ontario. With the cooler temperatures and ever-changing leaves, the time to hop in the car is now. Some of the best road trips to take this year, lead to beautiful and exciting destinations and with …
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How to Get Your Garden Ready for Winter
A little planning over the fall months can really rev your garden up for the next spring. Autumn is the season to manage soil, clean up garden beds, prepare sod and minimize the problems you may experience when spring comes. Take a little time to get your garden ready for winter – you’ll be really …
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