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Stay-at-Home Parents Blog December 2005 Archive

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Housecleaning: Time SavingTips

Saturday December 31, 2005
One of my goals for the new year is to try to get organized with my housekeeping. I'd like to get it done quicker and more efficiently. My kids' bedrooms ... Read More

Kids Room Organizers: Top Picks

Friday December 30, 2005
If your children's bedrooms or playrooms are overflowing with toys and books that they received for the holidays, here are some products that might help. Here are some of my ... Read More

Use Up Those Leftovers!

Wednesday December 28, 2005
With the holidays and the kids home from school, I have been doing a lot of cooking recently. And, of course, I also have a lot of leftovers that I ... Read More

Save Money on Groceries

Saturday December 24, 2005
One of my goals for the New Year is to try to spend less money each month on groceries. With three growing teenage boys it's challenging, though. I am ... Read More

Top Picks: Appetizers for Your Family

Thursday December 22, 2005
My kids really enjoy special nights when we have appetizers and finger foods for dinner. One of our favorite holiday traditions is to have appetizers for dinner on both Christmas ... Read More

Holiday Stress: Wordsearch Puzzle

Monday December 19, 2005
Need a break from the stresses of shopping, cooking and cleaning for the holidays? Then check out our free Holiday Stress Wordsearch Puzzle. It might not relieve your holiday-induced stress, ... Read More

Keep Your Family Safe and Warm

Friday December 16, 2005
During these cold winter months, most of us would prefer to sit inside the house by a warm fire, sipping on hot chocolate. But, unfortunately, life goes on, even during ... Read More

10 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

Friday December 16, 2005
Did you know that the average American gains 7 to 10 pounds during the holidays? Well, this year you don't have to follow this trend. Here are some tips to ... Read More

Christmas Cut-out Cookies

Tuesday December 13, 2005
You and your children can have fun cutting out and decorating these tasty Christmas cookies. This recipe is quite easy and doesn't call for too many ingredients. More: Christmas Cookies and Dessert ... Read More

Slow Cooking for Busy Nights

Saturday December 10, 2005
The holiday season is a busy time of year for many families; whether it's your child's school programs, family get-togethers or just getting your home decorated and cleaned for holidays ... Read More

Classic Christmas Wreath Cake

Wednesday December 7, 2005
This elegant Christmas cake looks like it takes hours to make, but it's actually very fast and easy. You start with a store-bought angel food cake, frost with some canned ... Read More

Homemade Gift Wrap

Monday December 5, 2005
If you are trying to cut expenses this holiday season, here's a money-saving tip that might help. Have your kids design some homemade gift-wrapping paper. It's easy and your ... Read More

Favorite Holiday Treats

Friday December 2, 2005
The smell of freshly baked cookies and the holidays seem to go together. And letting your children help with the holiday baking is a wonderful way to start your own ... Read More
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