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How to Create an Irresistible Valentine's Day Centerpiece Valentine's Day is just around the corner which of course makes us think of love, romance and of course flowers! It seems this special day wouldn't be complete without them. Flowers touch our souls and brighten our spirits which is why they have remained a popular choice for "lovebirds" all over the world!Depending on your mood and the flowers you pick, you can make this arrangement whimsical or elegant, so gather what you need and let's get started!Supplies:Store bought heart shaped basket (about 4 inches deep) Florist foam Plastic lining Flowers - at least two varieties Larger flowers (all same color) such as carnations or roses for center and filler flowers for accentFollow these simple steps to create your own Valentine's Day Centerpiece:Line heart shaped basket with heavy plastic Cut a piece of florist foam in the shape of a heart~ foam should fill up entire basket Soak foam in water and place it in the basket Cut center flowers (carnations or roses) the same depth as the basket or slightly longer Stick these flowers into the foam in the shape of a heart~fill with enough flowers so no foam is showing Cut accent flowers to the same length and fill in around the heart shaped flowers until the basket is completely filled and no foam is showing Flowers should be flush with the top of the basket or slightly higherCreate this centerpiece for yourself or make one for someone you care about. Tribute to Dad Father's Day should not be the only day that we celebrate Dads. I think we should make Fathers feel special all year long!As a wife and mother I would like to celebrate husbands with children. Trick or Treating Safety Halloween is such a fun time of year for kids and adults alike, so its important that we take some precautions to keep it that way! Here's my list of trick or treating tips for your family.Wear comfortable shoes!!Carry a flashlightWear something with a reflector on it (you can even find reflector tape and paint at your local home improvement store. Nine Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Head To The Office Party One thing you can count on during the holiday season is the obligatory office party. No matter what the size of the organization, there is always an effort to bring coworkers together for one more moment of merriment. Mother's Day Crafts Make these quick and easy crafts with your children for Mother's day. These can be handmade for Mom or Grandma!Flower Pens for MomIs your mom always looking for a pen around the house, and can't find one? Well make this pen and she'll spot it right away!What You'll Need? Bic Pen (ball point)? silk flower? floral foam? low temp hot glue gun? floral tape? paint or markers? small notepaper or Post-It pads? small to medium sized terra cotta potHow To Do ItNote: Adult supervision is needed when using a glue gun. Unique Gift Ideas for the 21st Century As a personal growth specialist, I like to think I'm hip. I like to think I am avant garde. 5 Ways to Lose Those Holiday Blues What a great time of year! It's a time to be thankful for what we have and enjoy all the festivities that mark a renewal of our hope and faith in the "system" that will carry us toward a bright new year.Right? So if this is such a wonderful season, how come so many of us wind up in Yucksville? It may have something to do with losing our rational map about the time we made the turn at the Grotto of the Great Pumpkin. Top 5 Ways for an ADD Adult to Have a Happy Holiday Holidays have the potential to send an adult with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) into overload. Too many details to plan, kids to manage, and family to cope with can turn a good day into a stressful one. Make it an Unforgettable Birthday! The first known birthday celebrations began among the Egyptians with parades, circuses, and gladiatorial events - all complete with feasts that sometimes lasted for days. Romans celebrated the birthdays of their gods with parades and chariot races.
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