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writings from Christa Threlfall
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Pretty Packages {30+ Gift Wrap Ideas}
You know those Christmas presents you bought during Black Friday? Or Cyber Monday? Or maybe you still have yet to buy some? Whether or not your Christmas shopping is done, there is one thing all Christmas presents have in common: they need to be wrapped. As I was searching for some great ideas to wrap presents,…
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You Need This
Have you been to the mall lately? Or retail shopping? Last Saturday, I went to the mall with my family. I love showing my kiddos the big, beautiful Christmas tree in the center of the mall. And, of course, Santa is already there – even though the calendar has not yet been turned to “December.” Anna…
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Clusters of Goodness
Thank you for using my affiliate links and supporting this site! 6 weeks ago, I saw this pin on Pinterest and loved it: Then last week, I was browsing Pottery Barn’s website and admiring all their gorgeous Christmas decor. Again, I happened upon a similar image: See that red arrow? Pointing to the price? Yeah. Guys,…
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BLOWOUT Black Friday Sale!!
Today only… Come to the shop to do your Christmas shopping! {and snag a couple pretties for yourself!} PLUS to add to the sweetness factor… Special Black Friday prices valid through Monday, 11/26/2012 for orders placed before 11:59PM EST.
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My Men
Today I’m thankful for the role these guys play in my life. What are you thankful for today?
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1/2 Marathon Recap
Well, friends, it’s over. I ran my 2nd 1/2 marathon on Saturday along with Jonathan, my sister, Sarah, and her hubby, Joel. We woke up at 6:30 AM on Saturday, bundled our kiddos up in multiple layers until they were ready to brave the arctic, and then proceeded to brave the arctic ourselves. For the…
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On Your Mark, Get Set…
Back at the beginning of 2012, I wrote a list of goals. Some of them I have achieved; some I haven’t. One of my goals is to run a 1/2 marathon. Well, folks, the time has come. I am signed up to do the Thunder Road Half Marathon in Charlotte, NC. So, tomorrow, at 7:45, my…
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Gallery Wall Take #2
Many moons ago, I had a large blank wall in my dining room. One day, I decided to change that. And so I began hanging pictures. I started with 1 big picture. And then I kept hanging more pictures around it. I didn’t have a major plan or sketch. I thought about doing that, but…
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DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice
Tis’ the season for pumpkin. And lots of it. Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Chip Bars, Pumpkin Spice coffee creamer (like I was drinking yesterday), Pumpkin Butter, Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins… Many of these items call for a certain ingredient called “Pumpkin Pie Spice.” It’s sold in eensy-weensy containers for a gajillion bucks. Well, maybe that’s a slight…
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10 FREE Christmas Cards!
Woot Woot! I’m a little late to share this, however, Tiny Prints is offering up a great deal right now through Tuesday, 11/13: 10 free holiday cards for ev.er.y.bo.dy. I’ve been looking for great deals on Christmas cards lately and try to share them with you when I find them. {like the 20 free cards…
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The Thankful Project
We’re doing something new during November. I’m calling it “the thankful project.” My inspiration came from this post by Emily Rose. I don’t know how I came across it, but it’s been stuck in my head for the past couple of years. I was originally going to use a tree like Emily, but after this fiasco,…
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It’s Fall-ing Around Here
Now that the 31 Days of Blessings in Disguise Series is over, I feel the freedom to write about blessings that don’t come in any disguise. Beautiful things that are just blessings in and of themselves. So today? Let’s talk about Fall. I haven’t decided what my fave season is, but Fall might be it.…
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