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Door Hearts: Love Notes on Their Door
Introduction Door hearts are simply what they sound like. They are paper hearts that I put on my family’s bedroom doors. I write something kind about each person each evening on the heart. One heart is added to the door each evening. Small versus large Door Hearts Most of the times I have done door…
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Fragrant Pomanders -make your own for Christmas and Wintertime
Pomanders’ beginnings Pomanders are a holiday tradition for many people. Historically, they were used in Europe to keep illnesses at bay. They were also used to combat foul smells. Pomanders are recorded in America in the 1700s to mask bad smells. They eventually became popular decorations during the holidays in homes across America. Gather materials…
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A Christmas card as a Seasonal activity is a special gift
Sending a Christmas card Christmas is a wonderful time of year. The Christmas card exchanges are one activity to share with others. Some people send photo Christmas cards. Other people write up many cards for those on their address list. Still others write up a letter to share with those far and wide. Even more…
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Thankful Pumpkin to make in November
Sights to be Thankful for A thankful pumpkin is something that my family works on during the month of November. November in Pennsylvania is filled with many things “Fall.” One of those things includes “peeping” the changing colors of leaves on trees. That means, if you live or travel near deciduous trees, admiring the beauty…