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Thirteen days! My kids have been home from school for 13 days! I love them, I do, I do, but sometimes they need structure, like a building structure called school! Anne of Alamo here, mom of many, and I want…

Christmas is a crazy time.  We as moms, sisters, wives and coworkers are in the midst of pure insanity. Gift buying, family gatherings, school parties and office get togethers.  The stress levels can really, really put you over the edge….

In America, this week, there is a huge holiday called Thanksgiving.  The history is Pilgrims were having a meal of thanksgiving and because ot the Native American Indians they were able to grow the food in abundance. They were thankful…

I know some of you have already been through this with your older kids, some of you are anticipating it this year, while others have it far in their kids’ future–college hunting! Not to mention high school graduation, senior year…

This morning, my almost 15 year old boy woke early to go with his classmates in Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps(ROTC) to set up flags in our little town.  I was so proud of him, because I am so proud of…

The month of September has been designated as Ovarian Cancer Awareness and Childhood Cancer Awareness month. These two cancers are especially meaningful to me because not only was I diagnosed with ovarian cancer in March 2011, but our family has…

Happy Wednesday! I mean that truly, as being happy is a decision, not just a smile!  Polly Anne of Alamo here, and my mantra in life is to Never Lose Your Joy!  Never! What is so cool, if you actually…

Hi Happy Scrappers! Polly Liana here, with some tips for getting to know someone better.  Years ago, I used a popular online dating site to try and find the man of my dreams.  Day after day, night after night, I…

We’re very excited to offer a giveaway from our friends at Studio Calico today. The Lilypad’s very own Lili Niclass designed Studio Calico’s July Valley High stamp add-on!  It’s a 4×6 stamp set that celebrates the everyday, with both simple…

Hi Happy Scrappers! PolLiana here to share some humor with you on this fine day.   The other day, my three year old daughter and I were getting out of the car and she said, “Mommy, can I look in…

Disclaimer: This post is by no means demeaning or belittling anyone with a substance addiction, it is done tongue and cheek,  and as a means to laugh at our addiction called Digital Scrapbooking.   What Are The Signs And Symptoms Of Digital Addiction? A symptom is something the patient senses and describes, while a sign is something other people,  such as our family may notice. For example, sleepiness may be a symptom while only seeing the back of mom’s head may be a sign to our families. Digital dependence can cause powerful cravings. The Digital Addict may think about walking away and turning off the computer, but finds it extremely difficult. away and turning off the computer, but finds it extremely difficult.    The Digital Addict may find themselves taking photos of strangers just to have a supply of scrapable photos. Just in case a new kit comes out that…