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Keeping the Castle - Housekeeping & Homemaking Tips

Archive for the ‘Home Making’ Category

January 12th, 2008

How to Design Your Bedroom for Sleep

Is your bedroom designed for sleep? That’s the question that Pat Heydlauff, President of Energy by Design, asks.
I never really thought of designing a bedroom for sleep, beyond providing the necessities of a bed, pillows and linen. Pat makes a good point that the bedroom’s primary function is for rest and relaxation. It’s a […]

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December 26th, 2007

Post-Christmas Musings

For several years now, we’ve celebrated Christmas pretty much the same way. Christmas Eve is spent with my in-laws and relatives who come and visit. We have our feast, open gifts, and have family photos taken beside the tree. We pretty much stick around as late as we can, waiting for Christmas Day to arrive, […]

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December 13th, 2007

Tips for a Stress-Free Christmas

What is the biggest stress-inducer during Christmas time? Is it too much to do? Too many presents to wrap? Too much food preparation? Not enough time or money?
Apparently, budgeting is one of the biggest stress-inducers at this time of the year. We all like to give and receive presents. Some of us do very well […]

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December 5th, 2007

Laugh

Those who have happy homes seldom turn out badly.
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November 22nd, 2007

What I’m Thankful For

In no particular order, these are some of the things I’m grateful for:
1. my familly
2. good health
3. relatives living nearby
4. relatives to visit
5. God’s grace
6. b5media
7. blogging
8. having time for whatever
9. scrapbooking
10. old buttons
11. warm(er) days
12. my computer
13. good books
14. lots of hugs daily
15. ticklish kisses
16. little feet running around
17. my church family
18. my washing […]

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November 6th, 2007

Holiday Decorating Ideas from HGTV

Creating table centerpieces can be easy, using pre-made wreaths and decorated candles and fruits. I often check out the arrangements on display in stores like Michaels and Joann, in order to get ideas about combinations and the latest trends.
HGTV is also a great place for inspiration. For the holidays, check out their simple arrangements that […]

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October 25th, 2007

Prepare and Freeze Dishes for Thanksgiving

November starts next week! I’m not trying to scare you, but Thanksgiving is only a few short weeks away. Didn’t I say time is flying by so quickly?
I know some of you have already made plans for Thanksgiving dinner. I don’t know yet what I’ll prepare, if any. I once cooked the Thanksgiving turkey for […]

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October 23rd, 2007

A General Plan for Celebrating the Seasons

“Do not delay; the golden moments fly!” So said Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. That’s exactly how I feel these days. Time is flying by so quickly. I can’t believe that we’re almost at the end of October. Halloween will come soon, then Thanksgiving at its heels, followed by Christmas and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. For the more […]

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