Natural Family Planning
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Natural Family Planning ~ No More Pills for Me!

ByMariel

After baby #6, my sweet little surprise and angel-baby, I thought I would give the IUD one more chance. It lasted probably 5 months and I had enough. My skin was breaking out like crazy! I couldn’t bring myself to do the pill again, so I did what I usually do when I need a little medical advice… ask the Facebook fans! Ha. They always come through for me! So, several ladies mentioned the same disdain for b.c. and mentioned Natural Family Planning as an option, something they LOVED. I had heard of people ‘charting’ and stuff like that, but for some silly reason, had never looked into it. I probably listened to my doctor a little too much over the years, when I should have been doing more research…. BECAUSE I’m totally doing the Natural Family Planning thing now and it’s been AWESOME. It’s so nice to know I am now officially 100% me, no added hormones. The best part is, I found this handy device to help me with the whole process. It has made it all SO, so easy!

Finish Carpentry Ideas www.orsoshesays.com
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Finish Carpentry Ideas ~ Courtesy of My Husband, Round 3

ByMariel

It’s that time of year again, where Northern Utah holds it’s annual Parade of Homes, where builders showcase their finest work. I have a personal love for the Parade of Homes, because my husband, Dan and his crew, often does the finish carpentry work in several of them. It’s really the only chance I get to see his work finished… painted AND decorated. It’s pretty fun. So, every year I tote my camera (or camera phone, in some cases) around and snag pictures of the finish carpentry work he did. And, every year… I share them with you. Well, at least for the past couple years. So, without further adieu, how about some finish carpentry ideas!?!

Our Alaskan Cruise Review

Our Alaskan Cruise 2014 ~ Grand Princess

ByMariel

Have you been to Alaska?? I’m so happy to say that I FINALLY have! Alaska has always been one of those places I’ve longed to go, but had to weigh it against a warm (and cheaper) vacation on the beach. But, after a series of beach vacations, the looming hot Utah summer, and a not-quite-swimsuit-ready body, it was a great time for a change… somewhere I had never been before. So, for our 14 year anniversary (yay!), Dan and I packed our bags and took off on an Alaskan cruise. We just got back last week. It was soooo awesome. I bet you didn’t even know I was gone, right? The OSSS behind-the-scenes team rocks it, I tell ya!

Dan and I try to do a non-kid vacation at least once a year. Sometimes it ends up being less often, but that’s definitely our goal. Thank heavens we have fantastic mothers who are so sweet to take care of our babies, while we’re gone. It’s such a nice break and soooo good for us.

Chicken Pesto Sandwiches
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Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

ByMariel

Chicken salad is one of my most favorite things! In Mormon culture, it’s pretty expected to have chicken salad sandwiches after every baby blessing, missionary farewell, and missionary homecoming… at least, in Utah. And I must say, I don’t mind at all. It definitely beats the green Jell-O, which I’ll have you know I have NEVER seen at a Mormon gathering. But, I’m still looking. There is this fantastic BBQ place in town (Holy Smoke) and they serve the green Jell-O, as a side of humor, but that’s about it. Anyway, so if you’re blessing your baby or basically, having chicken salad sandwiches, invite me. I want some!

So, this recipe was created by my mom, a copycat recipe pro! Check it out…

Looking for the best books for men? I asked my Facebook gals to tell me what books the men in their lives actually love, and the list is on the blog! #bestbooksformen #booksformen #books #ldsblogger #lds #mormonblogger #mormon www.orsoshesays.com
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15 Best Books for Men – Real Men, Real Books!

ByMariel

Looking for the best books for men? I asked my Facebook gals to tell me what books the men in their lives actually love, and the list is on the blog! When you’re done checking these out, be sure to follow my Gifts for Men Pinterest board, and check out the Gifts for Men categories tab, where you’ll find all previously shared gifts for men that have been featured on the blog.

Father's Day Gift Ideas
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas ~ Mariel’s Picks 2014

ByMariel

Hey, hey, hey! Just got back from a fun week in Alaska… just me and the man. It was SO nice. SO pretty. SO relaxing. I’m ready to go back already! I’m working on a couple blog posts, to tell you all about it. But before I do, I better get crackin’ on this Father’s Day business. Eeeek! It totally snuck up on me… like Mother’s Day, my anniversary, 2014, and practically everything, these days.

So, between my husband’s favorite things and a few goodies I found on my own, I present to you some Father’s Day gift ideas… Mariel’s Picks 2014. After you check these out, scroll to the end of the post for links to past gift ideas for men. There’s lots of them!

Disney World's Tongan Toast
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Disney World’s Tongan Toast ~ Knock-off!

ByMariel

I haven’t been to Disney World since I was a little girl. I actually have a funny memory from being there too. I was probably in 7th grade and decided I needed to trim my own bangs. Big mistake. I cut a little off, crooked. Tried to fix it, crooked. Kept cutting and cutting, until they ended up being insanely mega-nerd short. Not to mention, they were probably an inch thick. That beautiful moment of my life fell right during our family vacation where I had to be seen by thousands of people and be the subject of dozens of my mom’s photos. I was super grumpy about it. Probably deserved a big kick in the butt… being grumpy at Disney World. Who does that?

Well, I can’t remember if I ever had the Tongan Toast, but I’m sure if I had, I might have been a little more pleasant, cause this stuff is awesome!

How to resize wallpaper on iphone

How to Resize Wallpaper on iPhone iOS 7

ByMariel

I learned something today! Ever since I added the new update on my iphone (iOS7), my wallpaper zoomed way in and I couldn’t get it back to normal size. Wallpaper is kinda important, ya know? I had a collage of all my kiddos on the screen and was so bummed when it was suddenly zoomed in, making it so only 3 of my 6 babies were visible. Not okay. I’m trying to keep my favorite kids a secret. 🙂 Just teasin. But, seriously… do you feel my pain? Did your wallpaper do the same thing?

Our Favorite Picnic Sandwich www.orsoshesays.com
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Our Favorite Picnic Sandwich ~ Perfect for Summer Time!

ByMariel

I recently shared this post with The Crafting Chicks readers. Today, I wanted to share it with you! It’s something you’ll find me making ALL THE TIME in the summer. It’s nothing fancy, but the kids are always begging for me to make this picnic sandwich. And, I’m happy to… it’s easy, delicious, versatile, easy to pack, and feeds a crowd.

So, I have two grocery stores right by my house… a Fresh Market and a Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market. I think we all have the list of things we buy at one store and not the other. For example, most of my produce I get at Fresh Market, although it’s not anything too special. I LOVE the produce at Harmon’s… but, it’s a drive. However, if I need avocados, I go to Wal-Mart, because I know they’ll be ripe, hopefully not over-ripe.

Galaxy Tablet Giveaway!

Galaxy Tablet Giveaway!

ByMariel

So, my cute friend, Mandy of Mandy’s Recipe Box, is having a birthday! If you haven’t been to her blog, you must… heavenly recipes await you. How about a little Creamy Prosciutto Tortellini and Mint Oreo Dessert??

To help celebrate Mandy’s special day, we wanted to join with her and some friends for a giveaway celebration. Who wants a Galaxy Tablet? Spending money? Let’s get this party started!

10 Ways to RemoveToilet Bowl Stains

10 Ways to Remove Toilet Bowl Stains

ByMariel

If you’re familiar with toilet bowl stains, you know what a bugger they can be to get off. Talk about STUBBORN! Lucky for me, there is this amazing thing called Facebook. Have you heard of it? (Just teasin.) You can ask your friends (readers!!) questions and they always come through. Favorite perfumes?? Answered. Cold remedies? Answered. … you get the point. Anyway, as usual my FB gals gave me the coolest tips, ones they’ve tried and loved, on how to remove toilet bowl stains. Some a little more mild than others, and some for when the big guns are needed