Orange Pound Cake Mini Loaves ~ this moist pound cake tastes like a burst of sunshine! | orsoshesays.com #orangepoundcake #poundcake #dessert #recipe
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Orange Pound Cake Mini Loaves (she: Samantha)

BySamantha

Hi, everyone! It’s Samantha from Five Heart Home, and I’m excited to be back today with a recipe that just might help you battle those wintertime blues! In Texas, we haven’t had to endure near the degree of winter weather that other parts of the country have been battling, but it’s still been colder than usual around here, with multiple days of school delayed or cancelled because of ice. The great thing about oranges is that, even though they’re in season during the winter, their fresh taste and dazzling color color scream summer! Regardless of the month of the year, I think you will love these little loaves. A thick slab of this pound cake makes a delightful snack or dessert…and it’s not too shabby with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk as a special breakfast treat either!

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Celebrating children on a “HOORAY” kind of day (she: Veronica)

ByVeronica

Hello friends! I hope everyone had a happy Valentine’s Day! In my home, when Valentine’s Day hits, I know that chaos is about to follow. Four out of eleven of our birthdays are in March, so it’s time to get ready. Celebrating children includes one of my favorite birthday traditions, which is linked to one of my favorite items. My sister Mallorie instructed me that I was to hang my banner, and pull out my plate for all those “HOORAY” moments that take place in our lives. Given the number of kids in our home, we have those moments all the time. Birthdays are my favorite. It always goes up and most of the time it stays up for the next day or so, just because I love the reminder of what the word “HOORAY” stands for.

What is Love? ~ An Inspirational Series on Love, Part 3
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What is Love? ~ An Inspirational Series on Love, Part 3

ByMariel

For the month of February, every Sunday, I wanted to do a little ‘What is Love’ series; a collection of random stories and videos that exhibit love and inspire us to bring more love into our lives. Yes, we can BRING more love into our lives. We don’t need anyone else to do it for us. Love is there, waiting to be had.

I hope these favorite stories and videos that I found, will help convey the beauty of love, inspire you, and bring a little more light into your life. Enjoy!

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Strawberry Colada Cupcakes (she: Jana)

ByJana

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY everyone! It’s Jana from Double the Deliciousness and I’m so excited to be joining you again this month and that I get to post here on Valentine’s Day! It’s one of my favorite holidays. I love LOVE! It’s such a perfect time to show that someone special in your life how much you love them. And it’s a great holiday to show love to your children, Grandparents, teachers, classmates, aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbors, strangers on the street, the crazy lady that sings on the corner….and it goes on and on!

The world could use a little more LOVE, and a good cupcake! And I’ve found a great cupcake that everyone will love and is perfect for Valentine’s Day (or any other day matter of fact!). Check out my easy recipe for Strawberry Colada Cupcakes!

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DIY Valentine in a jar with printable (she: Carmella)

ByCarmella

Hello there! It’s Creative Carmella again, and it’s good to be back here at Or So She Says!

Valentine’s Day is tomorrow! Time to start thinking sweet thoughts and giving not-so-subtle hints to the hubby about what kind of chocolates you like best 😉

Today I am sharing a simple last-minute craft that your kids will love helping you with too… It’s a Valentine in a jar!

All you need is a mason jar, a sharpie, some cardstock, paint and treats (cute kid optional). There’s also a free printable included in this post to help you out.

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10 of the Sweetest Disneyland Treats (she: Kim)

ByKimberly w/Get Away Today

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and there has been a lot of sweet talk going around. One of the best things about a Disneyland vacation is the sweet treats. So, in honor of the upcoming holiday, I thought it would be fun to share 10 of the Sweetest Disneyland Treats you can find at the Resort.
If you’re looking for some sweet deals for your next Disneyland vacation, Get Away Today is offering Adults at Kids’ Prices on 3-Day and longer Disneyland tickets for travel February, May and September. If you’re traveling during the other months, you still save $5 on each 3-Day and longer Disneyland ticket. Combine that with free night hotel specials and exclusive hotel deals to save the most on your vacation. At Get Away Today all of our agents are Disney Experts. They travel to the Disneyland Resort at least once a year and can give you personalized advice on where to stay, what to do, and my favorite, where to eat! You can book online at www.getawaytoday.com or call 855-GET-AWAY. Be sure to use promocode: OSSS2014 for an extra $10 savings off of your vacation package. We’d LOVE to help!

Obol Review & Giveaway ~ Never Eat Soggy Cereal Again!!

Obol Review & Giveaway ~ Never Eat Soggy Cereal Again!!

ByRebecca

A bowl, is a bowl, is a bowl – right?? Wrong!! The creators of the Obol have completely redesigned the standard bowl into something that is pure genius! This very sturdy and stable bowl is designed with an upper section to hold cereal (or anything else) and the bottom area holds the milk. You just swoop a bite from the top into the bottom area as you eat. Each bite stays crispy and delicious.

Come check out my full review and enter to win your very own Obol!

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Three Easy Parenting Tips for 2014 (she: Heather)

ByHeather

If we want to have strong relationships with our children, we HAVE to spend time with them. Not just every once in a while, but research shows that we need to find at least 15 minutes a day to spend with each child on an individual basis. This is uninterupted time where we put our phones and computers and the laundry away and just focus on them. Get down on their level, look into their eyes and really listen to what they say. If you are wondering what you are going to do, sit down together and make a list of all the things that you could do. From baking cookies, to going for a drive, playing a game or just chatting about the day. Then when it is time to be together, you wont waste it trying to figure something out. Pick something on your list and have a good time. Your kids will feel supported, listened to, understood, and you will even see improvements in their behavior. You will find that a little time makes a big difference.

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Goldilocks Valentine… A Fun Valentine Story For Kids (she: Brooke)

ByBrooke

Your first year of teaching is a lot like having kids. You think you know what it’s like, but really you have no idea until you’re knee-deep in it every day. I was lucky enough to have Mrs. Lewis (my cooperating teacher) take my hand and guide me through every step of teaching my first year. She was so current, organized, loving, and amazingly creative! The Goldilocks Valentines and story I have to share today came from her. I’ve searched the internet for this story, and can’t find it anywhere. I don’t know if she made it up, (I’ve misplaced my original copy) or found it somewhere. Either way, this is one of my all-time favorite things to do for Valentine’s Day! My boys love to hear it year after year, and it would be the perfect activity for any valentine parties you have next week, or just to do at home with your kids.

Chai Spiced Scotch Shortbread | Baking a Moment
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Chai Spiced Scotch Shortbread (she: Allie)

ByAllie

How was your January? Mine was full of snow and dirty tissues, lol! Seriously, we’ve had so. much. snow this month! It’s been a record year here in the Philadelphia area. And now I am so pleased to finally be over the flu. Ugh! My older son brought it home from a birthday party a few weeks ago, and despite all my frantic attempts to clean every possible surface with disinfecting wipes, it only took a day and half before my other son and I were both knocked out with it. And it was a doozy! But things are finally returning to normal around here, or as close to it as we can get, when school is cancelled or delayed every few days!
Speaking of being snowed in, today’s recipe is just perfect for those kind of days. My boys love “helping” Dad shovel the snow from our driveway, and when they come back in all rosy-cheeked and bright-eyed, I love to be able to offer them a cup of hot cocoa to warm their tummies. This shortbread is such a lovely accompaniment!

These cookies are so buttery and melt-in-your-mouth tender…