My stay in DC : The courtyard

I was very excited about my DC trip in the beginning of November. First trip in a long long time without the little ones. Time to spend with my girls. The plan was to leave early Friday and get there early enough to do some much needed shopping. That plan was quickly out the window when I got on I-95. Ten minutes into the route, we hit traffic. In an hour we moved a memorable 1/10 of a mile. I read two magazine. Needless to say, we arrived...

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New York Beach List

New York Beach List 1000 Islands: Cedar Point State Park - State Park - Clayton, 13624      Coles Creek State Park - State Park - Waddington, 13694    Cumberland Bay State Park - State Park - Plattsburg, 12901      Grass Point State Park - State Park - Alexandria Bay, 13607       Higley Flow State Park - State Park - Colton, 13625        Jacques Cartier State Park -...

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FREE Mrs. Dash Seasoning Sample

Go to Facebook to get your FREE Mrs. Dash Seasoning Sample Mrs. Dash Free Sample Giveaway Terms and Conditions The Mrs. Dash "Free Sample" giveaway starts 10/16/2012 and ends 11/29/2012, or while supplies last, whichever is sooner (the “Giveaway Period”). Official start time each day is Noon EST/9am PST. Limit one offer per household for the entire Giveaway Period. Giveaway includes 4 Mrs. Dash sample packets of the same flavor,...

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SUBWAY® - Text to Win

SUBWAY® - Text to Win: Enter the Subway Text to Win Sweepstakes for your chance to WIN a FREE $6 Subway Gift Card. Daily Grand Prize (96 winners per day, 5,856 total): Daily Grand Prize Winners will each receive a SUBWAY Card with a value of USD $6.00. Ends on December 31, 2012 at 11:59:59 P.M., ET...

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FREE Mrs. Dash Seasoning Sample

Go to Facebook to get your FREE Mrs. Dash Seasoning Sample Mrs. Dash Free Sample GiveawayTerms and Conditions The Mrs. Dash "Free Sample" giveaway starts 10/16/2012 and ends 11/29/2012, or while supplies last, whichever is sooner (the “Giveaway Period”). Official start time each day is Noon EST/9am PST. Limit one offer per household for the entire Giveaway Period. Giveaway includes 4 Mrs. Dash sample packets of the same flavor,...

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Enter to win a PERDUE family night packages

Enter to win $500 from PERDUE. After submitting your entry, you will also be able to get print a $1.00 coupon for a PERDUE product. Go to PERDUE'S facebook page to enter.  Details: How do you make your weekly get-together great?PERDUE ® OVEN READY Roasts are easier than easy to prepare, so you can make any night a great family get-together. Share your weekly get-together traditions and how they bring...

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Newborn: Car Sear Guide

1. Infant car seat 2. Convertible 3. Toddler/youth booster seat 4. Booster Safety note: always follow manufacturers' guidelines regarding age, height and weight limits. FYI: you should not buy carseats from second hand stores, as they are tested for safety....

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Newborn Shopping List

Baby Must-haves: 1. Infant and/or convertible car seat 2. Extra car seat base 3. Car seat head and body support 4. Seat protector mat 5. Waterproof seat liner 6. Car mirror 7. Car window shade 8. Car seat bunting/cover 9. Stroller or travel system 10. Umbrella stroller 11. Stroller footmuff 12. Stroller rain cover and sun shade 13. Stroller netting 14. Baby carrier 15. Playard, plus 2-4 sheets 16. Diaper bag ( 1 for mom and one for dad is easiest ) 17. Changing mat Fun Add-on's 1. Toys for car seat and stroller 2. Travel bags for car...

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Five Beauty Five

#1) Wipe out bad hair When oily locks creep up and the nearest bottle of dry shampoo is miles away, simply grab a wet wipe, you know the kind that you get in individual paper packets, and run the wipe over bangs as well as oily patches that frame the face. The alcohol in the wipe will dry up oil helping your hair 'do survive another few hours on the go. #2) Powder your nose If you find yourself shining on-the-go with no face powder in sight, step into the nearest ladies room to divert your beauty disaster. Paper toilet seat covers work nearly...

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Do you have Lead in your apartment?

If you have lead in your apartment, this is something that you need to get fixed right away. Do not delay. Lead could lead to major health complications. Want to learn more about lead, visit The USA Environmental Protection Agency Here are additional links from EPA: Learn about lead Where it is found How you can be exposed Lower your chances of exposure to lead Health effects Enforcing laws and regulations Protecting...

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Homemade Baba Ganoush

Homemade Baba Ganoush Homemade Baba Ganoush 5.0 from 3 reviews Print Recipe type: Dip / Condiment The Endless Meal: The Endless Meal Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 40 mins Serves: Makes about 2 cups Ingredients 2 eggplants 3 tablespoons tahini 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice 2 cloves of garlic, grated with a microplane or finely minced Salt to taste Optional:...

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