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Happy Birthday, Mr. Shakespeare!

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Today, being William Shakespeare’s birthday, we thought it would be fun to look at some of the things he, apparently, first penned. Read more

Worth Pondering….

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….we are sure you will agree! Read more

The Italians – Forget About It!

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A dear Italian chum of ours used to say, “There are only two kinds of people in this world…Italians, and everybody else who wishes they WERE Italian.” Read more

Spring Has Sprung!

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Spring has sprung and perhaps it is time to clean out your garage to make more storage space! Read more

Encore – A Bed With A Head !

boothby-master-bed-l-e1347870020717With the onset of Spring we are cleaning out and freshening up our homes.  Maybe your bedroom could use a face lift.  We can show you a wonderful new DIY headboard that anyone can make 🙂 Read more

Simple Supper – Pork Chops

pork chopSometimes the best food is simple food.  These pork chops sauted in sage butter on a bed of pureed cauliflower are simple to make and simply delicious! Read more

The Moral Bucket List (Reprinted)

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We ran across this gripping op-ed piece by David Brooks and felt that our chums would appreciate it just as much as we do. Read more

Savvy Secrets – More WD-40!

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Yes, we have MORE uses for WD-40!

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A Good Laugh For Monday

602482_4827699571041_368125962_n-e1354311283556Here are some good reasons to have a giggle or two. Because we really believe laughter is the best medicine and think starting your week off with a good laugh is always a good idea… Read more

Encore – On The Side

Finished-onion-rings-e1337817176902No matter what you are doing this weekend or what meals you may be planning, they could only be enhanced by a side of these yummies! Read more

Eggs In Purgatory

top photoAccording to celerity chef, Nigella Lawson, this easy and delicious egg dish is perfect after a night on the town, when you may, or may not, have had a bit to drink:-)  Read more

Well Done!

 This heartwarming story was shared by Good MOrning America and, it is that good that your Two Chums want to share it with you!

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Fun With Food

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This week is Spring break for many children.  That means coming up with ways to have fun with your little ones.  We’ve got an idea.  While you are coming up with things to do this week, why not include having fun with your food? 🙂 Read more

How Did Baseball Start?

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Yesterday was “opening day” for all of the baseball fans.  America’s beloved past time is now in full swing and all the baseball lovers, including both of our husbands, will revel in their passion for the sport.  But, who started baseball? Read more

Next In Line?

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As we all know, there is another Royal Baby on the way – due this month.  When this baby comes along, how will it effect the succession to the throne? Read more

Hop, Hop, Yum!

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We found this endearing idea on The Daily Meal….  Read more

Easter Eggs-cellent

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Everyone likes beautiful eggs at Easter. We found some fantastic ideas for decorating yours! Read more

Fun Foods For Easter

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With Easter only days away, we have some fun ideas for you to incorporate in your Easter celebration.

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Toasted Marshmallows Anytime!

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Who doesn’t love a toasted marshmallow?  But what if it isn’t campfire season? Read more

Encore – Homemade Fresh And Clean Dryer Sheets

UnknownThis post from July of 2014, shows you how to use coffee filters to make great and inexpensive DIY dryer sheets.  And there is a bonus to this post.  We will give you 35 other uses for coffee filters from our chums over at diyready.com Read more

Courageous And Kind – A Cinderella Story

1425504742_lily-james-cinderella-zoomIf you haven’t already seen Disney’s newest release, the remake of Cinderella, make plans to go.  We highly recommend it to everyone but for other reasons than you might think! Read more

Best Way To Boil

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Do you have trouble hard boiling eggs and then peeling them? Read more

Ask And Receive

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We’ve come across some little known discounts for students, seniors, and active or retired military and their families…but you have to ASK! Read more

What Teachers Make

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Often under appreciated, and sometimes underpaid, it is important to remember…. good teachers can change lives… Read more

Encore – Salad Days-All Dressed Up

spinach-salad-e1339486117502It’s Spring at last!  Anytime is a good time for fresh and delicious salad, but with Spring comes more and more produce showing up in the market and there is just that much more to choose from to make our salads.  Since every good salad needs a good dressing, we giving you this post again today from April of 2013…. Read more

International Happiness Day

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The International Day of Happiness is celebrated throughout the world on the 20th of March. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on 28 June 2012 and so is young in its conception but let’s you and us make sure that it is celebrated…. Read more

Does Ireland Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?

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“Well, of course”, we would all chant!  But has it always been the fact? Read more

Real….Or Make Believe?

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A real Duchess on set with make believe aristocracy! Read more

Thai Green Curry

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Not everyone loves corned beef and cabbage.  So if that applies to you, here is a “green” alternative for your St. Patrick’s Day celebration this coming Tuesday. Read more

Hair Detox

hair-detox-3Just like our bodies, every now and then our hair could use a good detox too. We found this great DIY hair detox on onegoodthingby jill.com. Read more

The Smallest In The World!

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What is the smallest country in the world? Read more

Belgian Butter Cookies

cookiesWe think that it is a sure thing that if something has the words “butter” and “cookies” in it, it is going to be good! Read more

Well Done – Showing “Brotherly Love”

pizzaIn Philadelphia,  the city known by the name Brotherly Love, compassion and love is being lived out in a new way. Read more

Savvy Secrets To Being Organized

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These are great tips! Read more

Worth One’s Salt?

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Where on earth did that saying come from? Read more

Peppers – Boys or Girls?

bellpepDid you know that bell peppers have a gender? And that it might actually matter to you what they are! Read more

One Stitch Closer – Well Done Veronika Scott

heroicdesignveronikaVeronika Scott grew up the child of addicts but she has defied the odds. Read more

Most Loved Disney Quotes

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A little while back, Disney asked everyone to tell them which Disney quotes keep them dreaming and believing.  Read more

A Blessing

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Well Done – Making His 45 Seconds Count

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Stale Tortilla Chips?

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What to do with all of the half full bags of tortilla chips that you have in your larder? Read more

Why Are The Academy Awards nicknamed “Oscars”?

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Why Oscar? Read more

The Hills Are Still Alive!

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Sunshine On A Plate – Flourless Orange Cake

orange cakeGluten free, dairy free and chock full of yummy flavor! Read more

Cleaning Up – DIY Bleach Pen

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If you want cleaner laundry and whiter whites, we’ve got some good news and a “recipe” that is a must-have!. Read more

A Recipe For Softer Hands

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If you want softer, moister, younger looking hands we’ve got a recipe for success! Read more

“Bobbies”, You Say?

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Have you ever wondered why the English policemen are called “bobbies”? Read more

The Tales of a Few Presidents

Today we celebrate “Presidents Day” to show respect for all of those men who have given of their lives to serve this wonderful country. Read more

Above All, Love!

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Today, with Valentine in mind, we charge you to love! Read more

A Valentine’s Treat – Chocolate Truffle Cake

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Chocolate is synonymous with Valentine’s Day.  This Valentine’s Day we have a delicious way to celebrate this day of love.  Sweet, rich, chocolatey, and gluten free too! Read more

Perfect Timing

7-eye-of-the-drain-sinkIn photography, as in life, timing is everything.  We came across some spectacular photos that were taken at just the right moment.  We wanted to share them with you, our chums. Read more

Rise And Shine – Cheese Danish Casserole

a sliceValentine’s Day is only days away.  But dinner is not the only time to celebrate with your family or special someone.  The day of love can be celebrated all day long beginning with this yummy breakfast idea 🙂 Read more

Meet Joe – Trader Joe

edit-14874-1402088673-35Joe Coulombe opened the first Trader Joe store in 1967 in Pasadena, California.  It has been an enormous success story and is now in many States throughout the United States.  We found these fun facts about Trader Joes and thought you would enjoy reading them.

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Encore – Love Letters

loveletter2With Valentine’s Day only a week away, this post from the 9th of February, 2012 seemed like a very appropriate Encore post for today 🙂 Read more

The Chewiest Cookie!

CookiesOoey, gooey, soft and chewy! Read more

Mothers and Daughters – Part II

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A few weeks ago, we published what we thought was a great list to share with your ten year old daughter.  Recently, we came upon another list of wonderful ideas that Whitney Fleming wrote to her 9 year old “at half time” – half way to her adult year of 18.   Read more

Harper Lee Writes “Again”

FILE PHOTO:  50th Anniversary Edition Of The 1962 Film Classic - To Kill A Mockingbird Is ReleasedIn those games where someone asks you “If you only had one movie to see for the rest of your life what would it be?”…my answer is always the same…”To Kill A Mockingbird”.  And the same kind of question in the game of “What is your favorite novel?” brings the same answer from me everytime…”To Kill A Mocking Bird”. Read more

Soups On – Spicy Asian Noodle Soup

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Well Betty  has come a long way now!  Betty Crocker that is 🙂 Read more

A Spare Closet?

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Do you have a spare closet?  We have a great idea for it! Read more

Ready For Game Day!

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Unless you have been living in a cave, you know that Sunday will bring people all over the country to sit in front of their televisions as they watch one of America’s best loved sporting events…the Super Bowl.  The only thing more important than the teams that are playing to the fans who are watching, is the food being served! Read more

Throwback Thursday with Royals!

Sarah And Diana At EpsomLook at these two lovelies! Read more

Good Nights

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You spend one third of your life there…why not make it as nice as you can? Read more

How Green Is Your Tea?

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Did you know that besides water, tea is the most popular drink on the planet?   Tea is considered the most consumed beverage in the world behind water, however 78% of the tea consumed worldwide is black and only about 20% is green. Read more

The Golden Rule

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Lately, we have been considering what a wonderful place the world would be if we all REALLY practiced the Golden Rule. Read more

Mocktail Margarita

Mock margaritaIf you like a refreshing and tasty drink this is for you.  And if you prefer a drink that doesn’t include any alcohol you are especially going to love this one!

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Cheesey Goodness

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The Greeks call this Tiropita, the Armenians call them Cheese Boregs. But you …. Read more

She Counts On These Three

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With Catherine Middleton’s busy schedule,  she counts on many people but these three, according to Polina Marinova of Fortune, are her “go to” people. Read more

I Saw The Dream

southern belles As you know yesterday was the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday. As it happens, I found that some of Dr. King’s words were very profound and intensely personal in his famous “I Have A Dream” speech. Read more

“I Have A Dream”

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In March of 1963, there was a civil rights march on Washington, DC .  Martin Luther King was involved in the march. Read more

Encore -Detox H2O

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With all the goodies and rich food we have all consumed during the holidays, it may just be time to take a few days to detox.  Here is a post we shared a few months ago that is simple to do and just may have you feeling healthier and lighter in no time 🙂 Read more

Dinner In Minutes

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In 5 minutes with 5 simple ingredients you can have a delicious dinner on the table 🙂 Read more

MORE Savvy Secrets!

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These were sent in by a dear chum.   Read more

A Word To The Wise

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These are some good words…wise words to remember!… Read more

Simple Pleasures – Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits

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We all know there are some things in life that, though they are simple, bring us great pleasure.  These might be activities we can do with our children, fun crafts for our homes, or, like today’s post, something delicious to eat.  Often times those yummy things we love to eat are what we call comfort foods.  Though not always simple, these biscuits are really simple.  And who doesn’t love the comfort of a Flaky Buttermilk Biscuit? Read more

Light Bulb Goes On – Great Storage Ideas

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We feel compelled to share these fun ideas with you.  Bob Vila of Yahoo is the originator! Read more

Mothers and Daughters

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We saw these “Ten Things Your Daughter Should Know by the Time She is Ten” by HuffPost contributor Laura Usky and thought our chums would appreciate reading them. Read more

Savvy Secrets – Use Baking Soda!

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We found these great tips by Jade Copple and could not resist sharing them… Read more

Snickers Treat

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We received this yummy-looking recipe from one of our chums and HAD to share it with you! Read more

Dear Chums

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We received this question from one of our chums…
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A Potpourri of Savvy Secrets

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A dear Chum sent us these wonderful Savvy Secrets! Read more

Resolutions

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Have you picked some new year’s resolutions? Read more

A Happy New Year!!!

29-2-balldrop-pass-nycFrom our homes to yours…. Read more

Happy 2015!

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A  little New Year’s Eve trivia.  Be sure you…..

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Savvy Secrets – A Place for Everything

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Decorating for the holidays is always so much fun.  But un-decorating can be a different story.  We have some Savvy Secrets that will make the chore of packing up your holiday decorations so much better! Read more

What The Queen Said This Christmas

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As we mentioned last week, each year, Her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth II, broadcasts a message on Christmas afternoon.  Written by the Queen herself, it is watched by most of the country. Read more

Don’t Wait – Say Thanks

loveletter1All your gifts have been unwrapped, left over food has been put away, the house is probably more quiet than it has been in days… Read more

Merry Christmas!

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Though it is customary in England, (where Jackie grew up), and other parts of the world to wish others a Happy Christmas…. Read more

The Spirit of Christmas!

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Your Two Chums love the Christmas season and love the spirit for which it stands.  Yes, it is a holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus and therefore stands for the Christly spirit. Read more

Sweet Chocolatey Goodness

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We have the perfect dessert for your holiday gathering…A Brownie Torte! Read more

The Queen’s Christmas Broadcast – 2013

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For those of us who do not live in the UK, we thought it would be fun to post Queen Elizabeth’s Christmas broadcast for last year. Read more

Sweet Potato Pie – Pumpkin’s Southern Cousin

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If you have never tried Sweet Potato Pie, you know for sure that you are NOT a Southerner! Read more

Encouragers Wanted!

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The Festival of Lights Begins!

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Hanukkah, the celebration of a miracle of God. begins tonight after sundown and continues for the next 8 days. Read more

How He Has Grown!

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It seems like yesterday that the world heard of Prince George’s arrival on the scene and look at him now! Read more

Sugar Coated Holidays

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Need an easy, timeless idea for a centerpiece or table decoration?  We’ve got that and it is sugar coated! Read more

Christmas Cheer – Some Fun Facts

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We found these in the English newspaper, “The Mirror” and thought it would be fun to share them with you. Read more

Do You Want To Build A Snowman?

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If you are hosting little ones this holiday season and want a very fun craft to do, here is just what you are looking for! Read more

Lennon’s Words

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Besides being a wonderful musician, John Lennon certainly knew what life was all about. Read more

They Have Arrived!

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, aka William and Catherine, have arrived! Read more

Don’t Stop Believing!

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Normally our Saturday posts are what we call Encores.  We repost some of our most popular posts from the past.  Today is different.  This is not something we have ever posted before… Read more

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