Just Joanna

Overbite by Meg Cabot

Joanna — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 01:29:16 +0000

There are a few reasons why I enjoy books written by Meg Cabot, including Hoosier pride since she was born in Bloomington, Indiana. I enjoy her adult contemporary fiction, but I also enjoy her young adult fiction – The Princess … Continue reading →

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Weeknight Meal Special Challenge

Joanna — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:59:59 +0000

Weeknight Meal Special Challenge

We joined the Weeknight Meal Special Challenge this week with Bertolli Meal Soup, and I would love to share with you how we made our weeknight meal special! I tweeted my top tips about it too, but in case you … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Flight of Gemma Hardy

Joanna — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:30:00 +0000

Book Review: The Flight of Gemma Hardy

I have loved reading ever since I was a pipsqueak. I’m not really sure when I started to read, but I remember learning to read in cursive script around the first grade, and I was reading Stephen King around fourth … Continue reading →

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JAWS – Hardworking Eco-Friendly Cleaners

Joanna — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:56:32 +0000

JAWS – Hardworking Eco-Friendly Cleaners

In my housekeeping and homemaking quest for cleanliness, I’ve found that the cleaner really can make a difference. I’ve tried a variety of cleaners and have even tried to make some of my own. There are a few problem areas … Continue reading →

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Save Money on Groceries – Get Started Today

Joanna — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:31:58 +0000

Save Money on Groceries – Get Started Today

With the current economic atmosphere, it’s no surprise to hear people saying that their New Year’s Resolution this year is to save money on groceries. Unfortunately, so often we come up with great ideas in late December and early January, … Continue reading →

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Mamavation Monday – Healthy Lifestyle Inspiration

Joanna — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:42:21 +0000

Mamavation Monday – Healthy Lifestyle Inspiration

Hey howdy hi! This week life was batting against me – my FIL was in the hospital on Saturday (thanks for all the thoughts & prayers!) through Tuesday. He’s home now and doing well! Then both the boys and both … Continue reading →

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How YOU Can Write Your Best Blog

Joanna — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:12:52 +0000

How YOU Can Write Your Best Blog

It’s 2012 – the year of your best blog ever! These days there are bloggers everywhere. It’s no longer weird to be the emo kid on LiveJournal (I was that kid) or the mom with too much time on her … Continue reading →

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Weight Watchers Desserts – Delicious and Guilt-Free

Joanna — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:02:51 +0000

Weight Watchers Desserts – Delicious and Guilt-Free

It’s no secret that I have a weakness when it comes to eating right. That weakness is called chocolate. If there was a Chocoholics Anonymous, I could be chapter president. My husband’s weakness is dessert – specifically, ice cream. So … Continue reading →

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Mamavation Monday – Thank YOU!

Joanna — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:15:04 +0000

Mamavation Monday – Thank YOU!

It’s that time again – Mamavation time! So I was mildly excited to tell you that I lost weight this week doing the 2 Week Challenge and Mamavation Applicant Hazing. But I have something that totally totally trumps losing 3 … Continue reading →

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Parenting: The Best Advice on How to Raise Good Kids

Joanna — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:45:42 +0000

Parenting: The Best Advice on How to Raise Good Kids

Being a mother isn’t easy. I’m sure being a father isn’t easy either. There is always something new going on with your kids – some new boundary they’re testing or way to act out that they’re trying on for size. … Continue reading →

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