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    Super Bubbles Recipe – Summer Outdoor Activities for Kids

    Do you ever outgrow bubbles? I think not!  I still love them myself. 😉 Get your kids outside more by mixing up a simple solution of super bubbles and send them on their way to have some outside summer fun!   Mix and enjoy lots of super bubbles! 1 Cup Warm Water 2 TB liquid dish soap 1 TB glycerin 1 tsp. white sugar             Summer Related articles on the web… Melon Bubbles Recipe Get Grilling! Three Summer Recipes Fresh Deep-dish Apple Pie Recipe Bubbles, Bubbles, Everywhere: Fun Bubble Activities for Preschoolers ]]>

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    Isaiah 26:3 – Thou Wilt Keep Him in Pefect Peace – Weekly Memory Verse

    Isaiah had the perfect antidote to avoid anxiety and stress — which was to keep your mind on God.  Having such a close, constant connection with Him builds a trust that can’t be diminished with all the trials that surround you. In today’s society, we have a hard time keeping our minds focused on things of God.  We have so many things on our “to do” list, events to attend, our gadgets and social networks that constantly preoccupy our mind, so it can be really hard to keep our mind on Christ. I often get overwhelmed and anxious about matters that shouldn’t really overtake me with worry.  Again, I have…

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    How to Plant a Container Garden – Video

    If you’d love to plant your own garden, but lack the space to do so (or just hate messing with extra bugs and weeds)…. here’s 10 suggestions for container gardening: * Tomatoes – This is probably the most popular choice for growing in containers. Tomatoes are easy to grow; they can even be done from a hanging container and grow upside down. Using good soil and the right amount of water is what’s needed to make tomatoes grow well in containers. * Potatoes – You can grow a large amount of potatoes in containers like compost bags or a large tub. * Cucumbers – These are easy to grow in…

  • Gardening

    How to Grow the Best Tomatoes Ever! Top Tips – Video

    I’ve planted several tomato plants this year and so far they’re off to a good start. Here’s a video on growing tomatoes that I found this morning which shares excellent tips for producing the best tomatoes ever! ***(Update Note:  I’ve had to replace the original video since it was taken down from YouTube — So I’m replacing it with a different one.) *Tips from the previous video: Remember, tomatoes are heavy feeders and heavy drinkers (Disclaimer: My Amazon referral links have been used in this post.) *FYI: Product mentioned in the video above: Pure Protein Dry Organic Fertilizer, 1 Pound 100 pounds of compost to spread over garden area. Fertilizer…

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    Summer Countdown – May 2014 Magazine Issue

    Can you believe summer is almost here? The official date for Summer is Saturday, June 21, 2014! I have a brand new Magazine issue ready for you. Download it: Save it to your mobile devices to read at bedtime, standing in the grocery store line, waiting at the doctors office, or whenever you’re bored (which I imagine is very seldom). 😉 **If you enjoy HCH’s Magazine, would you please help spread the word by sharing it?  I’d really appreciate it, very much! What’s in this issue? – A Personal Note from HCH > 3 – Five Ways to Boost Your Energy > 4 – Ten Ways to Eat Healthier This…