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Last Month's Learning
by Marcy Lytle
It’s December already, and so much learning has happened over the past month, that I’m excited to share with you! Feel free to comment at the end with something cool you’ve learned, as well!
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Target has the prettiest Christmas cloth napkins, $14.99 for a set of four – in case you want to elevate your table this season!
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We just got a couple more Mixtiles printed from photos we took on vacation. Have you discovered Mixtiles yet? They’re fantastic and so easy to hang – no marks left on your walls, either!
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Does your store have a nut grinder in the whole foods section? We love having our almonds ground up into butter – so delish – and then served with crispbreads!
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Need a last minute gift? Trader Joe’s 5 Items or Less is a nice cookbook for that friend that needs simplicity and good food!
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If your glasses hurt your nose, there are nose pads that offer comfort! Amazon sells them in packets, and they’re awesome to have – so your nose has no marks!
Need a good thriller to watch over the holidays? Relay was our favorite from the summer – with a twist you won’t see coming!
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If you’re out shopping and need a fast food meal that’s not a burger, try the Chick-Fil-A crispy chicken salad with honey mustard. It’s a winner!
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Need a stovetop potpourri going, to keep you in the holiday spirit? In a pot of water, add sliced orange, slices of apple, 2-3 cinnamon sticks, 1 T of whole cloves, and 1 t of vanilla. Bring to a boil and then simmer. (Be sure to watch the pot and keep water in it!)
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Have you tried the holiday Oreos? Why not?
Need a gift for her? This backpack is so pretty, holds a laptop and so much more, and I love the color. Or put it on your own Christmas list!
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If you’re making trail mix this holiday season, you could give it away to friends or in stockings, in these cute mason jar zip bags!
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Have you seen the world’s tallest filing cabinet? It’s in Vermont, and it’s a sight to see!
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Have you ever watched apples being pressed to make apple cider? We had not, until this fall, and it was amazing. Cold Hollow Cider Mill lets you watch as the pallets of mushed apples are pressed into liquid! It’s fascinating.
I haven’t tried this, but I’ve heard it’s good: Make popcorn and place in a bag with salt and a bit of hot sauce, and shake. Then grab some popcorn and dip in pickle juice, and enjoy.
Want something interesting to read? Read about the history and the horses at the Morgan Horse Farm!
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You can use a hair clip to organize your cords, yes you can...it works.
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Have you heard the term annuitant? It’s a person who receives an annuity. Didn’t know that!
Before Rogers & Hammerstein, it was Rogers and Hart. Hart’s story is told in the movie Blue Moon. Lots of language, but Ethan Hawke deserves an Oscar for this one.
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There’s a tiny game in a tin called Barbecubes – would make a cool stocking present for the family or older kids. Little food items and tongs you have to place on a tiny grill without losing them!