Monthly Archives: November 2008

Sweat-free shopping?

Posted on November 30, 2008 by Sister Notes

Is it possible to clothe an American family of four (including one teen and one tween) on a tight budget? I’ve heard of the eat-local movement and becoming a locavore – someone who only eats locally grown and produced foods. … Continue reading →

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What to do?

Posted on November 28, 2008 by Sister Notes

After reading Take the Risk by Dr. Ben Carson, I can’t help but think that God has made us to do wondrous things. As I approach the end of 2008, I’m thinking deeply on just what my contribution to the … Continue reading →

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Before you hit the stores on Friday

Posted on November 26, 2008 by Sister Notes

All day the radio has been telling which stores open when on Friday. I refuse the call the day after Thanksgiving by its commercial name! I’m familiar with stores opening as early at 6 AM, but this year I was … Continue reading →

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Water for People

Posted on November 22, 2008 by Sister Notes

Thinking of a special gift for that Hard-To-Shop-For Someone on your list? Why not give a gift that can change a life for the better? From now until the end of November, Water for People is trying to raise $500,000 … Continue reading →

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Tip No. 2

Posted on November 18, 2008 by Sister Notes

FOLD THE LAUNDRY! Why all caps? Um, I mentioned I’m a busy mom before. Did I mention I’m the mom of teens too?  Technically, one’s a pre-teen… In order to get the most of those wrinkle-free or nearly wrinkle-free clothes … Continue reading →

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