Brown Sugar Toast
writings from Christa Threlfall
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I Have the Best Job
We’ve been celebrating a lot around here. Miles had his {literal} birthday, Nate turned 2 last week, and today is Anna Grace’s 4th birthday. Nate //our little dude. loves wrestling, blankies, wearing shoes, holding his brother’s hand, building towers, and being tickled. doesn’t have much use for raw spinach, talking, or being without Daddy. …
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links i love
Are you pumpkin-ed out yet? Not me. I just made some pumpkin scones yesterday and they were pretty delish. Here are some Favorite Pumpkin Recipes via Pioneer Woman to make your mouth water. Love this metallic leaf art from Thrifty Decor Chick. Super simple, but what a fun idea! If you’re having a baby…
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5 Ways to Use Frozen Apples
Hi! Diana here!I’m so thrilled to be able to help Christa take her maternity leave without letting her blog just go un-updated for awhile! 🙂 Freezing your own fruit is a great way to save money: when you buy it in season, it’s much cheaper than any other time of the year. Having a stocked…
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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” ~ Anne of Green Gables Aren’t you?! I know there are some die-hard summer lovers that hate saying goodbye to flip flops and pool days, but I keep looking around feeling my soul awakened with the changing weather, the embrace of routine, and…
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October Happenings
I’m pretty sure October goes down as the most life-changing month of 2013. I mean, I had a baby smack in the middle of the month and went from being a momma of 2 to a momma of 3 – 3 years old & under. No biggie. I jest. Of course. Seriously, though, I am…
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Burlap Wreath Tutorial
Hey everyone! I am excited to be guest posting for Christa while she is enjoying some down time with her new little one. My name is Christina and I blog at The Frugal Homemaker.com. I have a beautiful wreath project I wanted to share with you today that is easy and cheap to make and…
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links i love
Gorgeous rug, right? Totally drawn with a ballpoint BIC pen. Roasted Honey Cinnamon Chickpeas are calling my name. Seems like the perfect post-baby snack to me. 5 tips for styling your bookshelves + beauty shots of lovely shelves. Tessa experiments with Chocolate Chip Cookies & shares her results here. All you ever wanted to know……
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Fall Bucket List {+ 9 free printables!}
You already know how much I love fall, right? I think I’ve made myself pretty clear on that subject. Here is my bucket list for Fall 2013: bake these muffins & exercise restraint afterwards create this with my kiddos make this in my crockpot have a date with my guy here & drink something hot &…
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Making Meals After Baby {Pregnancy Series}
I know Friday was our last official day of the pregnancy series. But I thought it might be helpful if I shared a few things I’ve done to prepare for baby in the food arena. Consider it a “bonus” post. {ahem} One of the things that is hardest for me to get back to after…
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Preparing for Baby {Pregnancy Series}
Today is the last day in our pregnancy series! I trust it has been an encouragement and help to you. Since this is our final day, we will discuss – How do I prepare? :: steps to prepare your body, mind, & heart for a new life. Physical Preparation If you’re like me, you probably have…
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How to Talk to a Pregnant Woman {Pregnancy Series}
I hope you’ve been enjoying this series and have found at least 1 thing that’s been helpful! Today is a post for everyone, whether male, female, young, or old: How to Talk to a Pregnant Woman. I write this post with the very best intentions that it would be a help. A help for pregnant women…
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Exercising During Pregnancy {Pregnancy Series}
After finding out you’re pregnant, one of the first questions you may have is “What can I do for exercise?” Exercising is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle, and exercising during pregnancy is just as important {if not more so!} Here are 3 tips to guide you as you decide what is best for…
