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So, I got Cancer

Paula — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:01:10 +0000

If you’re finding out for the first time here, sorry. Turns out, it’s exhausting telling people. And feeling like you’re ruining their day with your health crisis. So yeah, rip the bandaid off. I’ve got cancer. Started in the colon, hopped to my liver & even one pesky “distant lymph node” (yes, that’s stage IV,...

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Mason Jar Berry Shortcake Parfait

Paula — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Have you ever noticed how nice and pretty everything looks when it’s in a mason jar? Well food is no different, especially this mason jar berry shortcake parfait. In fact, you can take what would normally be a fairly simple dessert, layer it in a mason jar, and voila! You have a cute Pinterest worthy...

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Free Personalized Valentine’s Day Cards

Paula — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Today I’m going to show you and easy (and free) way to make personalized Valentine’s Day cards! To make these easy homemade valentine’s day cards you’ll need: crayons red/pink construction paper scissors glue personalized coloring sheets Don’t let those coloring sheets throw you off, they are so easy to make! You can do it for free...

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Strawberry Shortcake Pie

Paula — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Are you getting ready for Valentine’s day? This recipe for Strawberry Shortcake Pie is just the thing! Ingredients 1 pkg dream whip and its ingredients 1 box strawberries-sliced 1 tub strawberry glaze 8oz soft cream cheese 8 sheets graham crackers crushed 4 T melted butter ½ C sugar Directions Preheat oven to 350. Combine butter and...

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My Booklist of 2020

Paula — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 19:59:43 +0000

This year I decided to use Goodreads to track my reading, and do a reading challenge inside their platform. I made the goal of reading 50 books this year, and wasn’t quite sure if I would be able to get it done. But since most of this year was spent sitting around at home, I...

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20+ DIY Advent Calendar Ideas

Paula — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:40:00 +0000

As we prepare for the Christmas season, one tradition always seems to add that extra bit of magic to the entire month of December, The Advent Calendar! I love this idea for a box tree! She has free printables so that you can take small boxes and make your own box advent tree. I...

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How to Write a Letter to Santa & Get a Letter Back!

Paula — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

With Christmas fast approaching the hunt is on for a new Advent calendar to use this year (because they simply MUST have chocolate in them). While our tree isn’t quite up yet, there’s still plenty of planning for Christmas to be done! From buying gifts, to sending out the annual family newsletter, this is the busiest time...

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Cranberry Crescent Rolls

Paula — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000

I have a super-special thanksgiving recipe to share with you today, Cranberry Crescent Rolls! I have been making these rolls every year since I was a little girl! They are a huge crowd pleaser, and super easy to make. I started cooking these when I was 8(ish) years old and loved that I could contribute something...

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A New Way to Make Money Blogging & on Social Media

Paula — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:49:57 +0000

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Shake. All opinions are 100% mine. I’ve been blogging for over 15 years, and it has never stopped being exciting when a new innovation hits the industry! The latest innovation is from my good friends at Izea and it’s called Shake! The short version?...

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Funny Christmas Cards Perfect for 2020

Paula — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 14:54:40 +0000

When getting your Christmas cards ready for this year – do yourself a favor. Search “funny Christmas cards” on minted. These cards are PRICELESS and truly, the only possible way to commemorate 2020 with a card. Here are some funny Christmas card options to pair with your Christmas letter this year. Everything is Fine What...

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