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Laura Weaver
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We've all had this happen to us. Good friends drop by unexpectedly. Of course, you're glad to see them and are really glad they came, but, being the "good hostess", you wonder what kind of refreshments to serve them while they're visiting. You mentally...
Friends stopped by unexpectedly not long ago. We had a good visit with them, reminiscing old times, catching up on events, and discussing politics. As the night passed, I knew I needed to serve refreshments. This would be a challenging task, as I haven...
Ah...Fall is upon us. The morning hours are crisp and clear. The leaves are beginning to turn. The temperatures outside feel cooler and drier. Birds gather above in flocks, practicing for their southern flight. An underlying feeling of the anticipati...
The mornings are clear and cool now. Leaves on trees are starting to turn bright shades of orange, yellow and red. The air is cooler. Squirrels are starting to gather their stash of seeds and nuts. These are the changes we notice when Autumn is approa...
Our new neighbors have finally arrived next door. We're excited to get to know them. They appear to be about our age and our kids are looking forward to playing with theirs. Close relationships develop quickly on our street so we're sure that our new...
Summertime is a great time to enjoy the deliciously sweet flavor of fruit, which is a satisfying, as well as, healthy snack choice. Fruit is packed with the nutrients our bodies require. I can't imagine a better way to enjoy a selection of diffe...
Our new neighbors have moved in next door. We're excited to get to know them. They appear to be about our age and our kids are looking forward to playing with theirs. Lasting friendships develop rapidly on our street so we're sure that our new neighbor...
Summertime is a best time to enjoy fruit. Fruit's wonderfully sweet flavor is both healthy and satisfying. Just think about all of the vitamins and nutrients our bodies get from fruit. What better way to enjoy a variety of various fruits than wi...
My family is hosting a baby shower for my niece and we're so excited! She and her mate have been married for four years now and are expecting a baby this Fall...the first baby in our family for many years. You can picture how elated we were when she agr...
There are many occasions in which to give presents. Deciding on the appropriate gift is sometimes a daunting task. You don't want to give a gift that is too extravagant for these common, but deserving times and you don't want to seem casual in you...
Our niece is expecting a new baby. Of course, ourwhole family is extremely excited. This is the first baby to join our family in a long time. You can guess my delight when she asked if I would host her baby shower. I quickly and enthusiastically began...
There are many everyday occasions in which to give gifts. Deciding on the most appropriate gift is sometimes a significant task. You don't want to give too extravagant of a gift for these common, but deserving occurrences and yet you don't want ...
Summer is the time to get outside into the fresh air, especially for thosemillions of us in the northern climates who have been locked in the house and office during a dreary winter months. It's even more enjoyable if you can share the good times wit...
Getting ready for a backyard party is easy and fun. It's a good way to join together with an intimate group of people. It's a way to converse about the community, sports teams, politics, and current events in casual environment. Patio parti...
Growing up, my sister and I were not very close. There is an 8-year age difference between us. I am older. I, more or less, thought of her as a pest. She was such a tattle-tale. Imagine my dismay when my parents insisted she accompany me and my date on...