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How Many Names Are There For The Shopping Cart?
The Shopping Cart Seems To Be A Universal Symbol For Shopping In Various Venues Across The Globe . . .I know here in the United States we have several names for the shopping cart. Some refer to it as a basket . . . In the south it is common to hear someone calling it...
August Plans
August Is A Magical Time . . . We're hopefully coming to the close of summer. I've had enough . . . My air conditioning went out twice and just yesterday the electric company gave the neighborhood a power outage to work on the power lines . . . Why is August and not...
Lazy Days Of Summer
This Summer Season Has Been Busy And Much Too Warm . . .Actually, it was downright HOT! Usually I don't mind it with air conditioning . . . but when it goes out, life can be quite uncomfortable and miserable. I did buy a new heating and air conditioning unit -- my...
Secret Enigma Puzzle Box
A Wooden Box Brain TeaserA wooden box with hidden compartments -- Oh this should truly be fun! This is a great gift idea. Perhaps you would like to purchase one for yourself. I think everyone would enjoy this wonderful Secret Enigma Puzzle Box. It seems to be great...
Harry’s Law Starring Kathy Bates
I Like CourtRoom Drama Series And Harry's Law Delivers . . .This series may have started with a bit of a wacky decision to build a law firm in a bad neighborhood out of a former shoe store . . . and continue selling shoes on the side . . . And practicing law -- taking...
A Sort Of Homecoming
Coming Home Is A Great Thing . . .And for Amy, it was taking a step into her past -- high school debate team . . . To be honest with you, I wouldn't want to revisit high school or college . . . But, at times to move forward, we need to take a look back. Perhaps to...
Delighted To Get Orders Within Hours Not Days
I Am Not The Most Patient Person . . .I'm most delighted when I discovered overnight delivery on some items with my Prime Membership. I don't know about you, but I'm like a child when it comes to placing an order and wanting it immediately. I love online shopping. It...
Christmas Movies On Amazon Prime Video
Going Home For The Biggest Holiday Of The Year . . .I've noticed Amazon Prime Video has been running Christmas movies since the summer. I don't mind. It's always nice to get a taste of the Christmas Spirit throughout the year. Now, with Thanksgiving just around the...
An Antique Mall

An Antique Mall

There Is Truly Something About The Halloween Season That Makes Me Nostalgic . . . I remember back...

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Are You Familiar With Ravensblight?

Are You Familiar With Ravensblight?

Ray O'Bannon is a talented artist who created Ravenscraft. Since it is finally fall/autumn, I thought I'd share some of my favorite Ray O'Bannon Haunted Toys. Of course, it's The Ghost House! It also has a Secret Chamber . . . Well, as I remember the story . . . The...

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Disney Icon Easter Candy Boxes

Disney Icon Easter Candy Boxes

I find it fun to make candy boxes for all occasions.  Disney has a lovely collection of candy boxes that is sure to please everyone in your family. I'm finding they're not just for children . . . adults get a kick out of them, too!! Let me see . . . where shall I...

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Minion Egg Dress Up For Easter

Minion Egg Dress Up For Easter

Let's have some fun with your Easter Egg decorating. How about dressing your eggs to look like Minions? And creating your own Minion in the process . . . Sound like a good idea? Change up the eggs and the mouth -- add hair and go a bit crazy with different ways you...

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Delighted To Get Orders Within Hours Not Days

Delighted To Get Orders Within Hours Not Days

I Am Not The Most Patient Person . . .I'm most delighted when I discovered overnight delivery on some items with my Prime Membership. I don't know about you, but I'm like a child when it comes to placing an order and wanting it immediately. I love online shopping. It...

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Haunted Museum

Haunted Museum

As I was taking my barrels out to the curb in front of my house earlier today, I could hear voices. None of my neighbors seemed to be out ... other barrels were out ... I couldn't understand why I was hearing talking. This got me thinking about Mike's real ghost story...

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