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Well, the horrible cold that started on November 4th and morphed into a flu a few days later has left me with a sinus, ear, and chest infection that has me down for a few days (it better be no more than that!!!), filling myself up with anti-biotics and over the counter pain medications. I...
Thank you so much for the suggestions to help my beloved Blondie dog! Not a cough at all last night, and I managed to get a full night’s sleep (as did she)! As such, my mind is working well and I’m feeling like I have finally shaken this horrible flu with its aches and pains!...
I love my little Blondie dog, but she’s keeping me up all night and that’s not a good thing for someone who is still recovering from the flu! (If I don’t get 8 hours of good quality sleep, I’m cranky at the best of the times. But 6 hours when I’m still feeling really achy...
I’ve noticed quite a few men are frequenting the site, writing comments or sending me e-mails. And to you, I issue a hearty welcome! (And apparently I think a picture of my husband wearing a Viking helmet will manly up the place…) I’ve noticed quite a few boys joining my craft group for projects other...
I’m a guest blogger on Saffire Blue’s blog today, writing about using shealoe butter in lotion bars and scrubs. I’ve been trying this stuff in everything and I love it. Here’s the informational post I wrote on this butter.For the permanent link to the second article, click here....