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Lentils for Lent

Lentils for Lent: My Family Recipe

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I grew up in a seriously Catholic household where Lent was strictly enforced. Every Ash Wednesday, my grandfather used to come home first thing in the morning from church with ashes on his forehead. He owned those ashes the way most people…
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10 Pleasures of Being Single on Valentine’s Day

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Valentine's Day looms. Oh, that day when lovers have dinner together at fancy restaurants and give each other mushy gifts. Despite its commercial aspects, El Día de Los Enamorados is a date that arouses a twinge of longing in the hearts of…
Valentine’s Day Leopard Mani Tutorial

Valentine’s Day Leopard Mani Tutorial

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Get into the Valentine’s Day spirit with sassy leopard print nails. This surprisingly easy manicure does take a steady hand so you may need the help of a friend. Why not make it a pre-Valentine’s or single girl’s night of beauty and pampering?…
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How to Write a Love Poem

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Roses are red, violets are blue, would your valentine like a poem from you? This Valentine's Day, there’s no shortage of amazing gifts you could give to show your love, but here's an idea which has been around for centuries and has never…
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Valentine’s Day Guide for Single Moms

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Valentine’s Day is near for everyone, including single moms. If you are a single mom in a new relationship, the odds are that you want to do something special for this holiday…and it’s just as likely you have your children around.…
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Valentine’s Gift Guide: Gifts that Give Back!

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Valentine’s Day can often come with the stress of getting the perfect gift or risk ending up in the doghouse. The following gift guide will help you not only get your loved one an original and affordable gift, but also one that will leave…
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7 Creative Valentine’s Day Gifts

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Are you stumped as to what to get your loved one this Valentine's Day? Get creative! You may be tempted to go the familiar candy/flower route, and you wouldn’t be alone. According to the National Retail Federation, among those who celebrate…
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5 Family Friendly Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and affection, at least that’s what the greeting card companies tell us, right? Well, some of us can’t afford a babysitter for this special holiday and some of us simply don’t want to leave…
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How to Prepare a Cheap Romantic Table Setting

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Valentine’s Day! The best day of the year to show your special loved one just how much he really means to you. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always have to spend an arm and a leg to get that sentiment across. As a crafter and a…