The Stories of A2Z Christmas has always been the most magical holiday for our family. My mom always made an effort to create tradition, which creates unforgettable memories. Christmas Eve was our special celebration. I remember the smell of fresh cut pine boughs, crystal glasses filled with sparkling grape juice, delicate china set neatly on the dining room table,…
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Ornament Cupcake Update
I need to learn to say NO. “Mom, can you make cupcakes for my class’ party?” “Of course darlin’.” Then it dawned on me. Her school “class” is around 500 kids! *blink-blink* So after I sent a panicked email to the homeroom mom my fears were subsided when she wrote back “I only need 48.” Are those angels singing?…. Now…
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Confessions of a Thrift Store Virgin
Getting up at 6am (by choice) is not my cup of tea, or should I say coffee (extra strong please). As a result, yard sale-ing is not on my list of favorite things “to do”. I have several friends who are avid yard salers and score some amazing things. But, I’m lazy. There, I said it. L~A~Z~Y. I’ve driven by the store for 15…
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New Domain
Handsome bought me an early Christmas gift last night. My own .com domain! So instead of sandandsisal.blogspot.com, I am now http://www.sandandsisal.com/ So if you are having trouble viewing anything on this site PLEASE type in the new web address into your browser. All the kinks should work themselves out in a few days. Thanks!
Christmas Ornament Cupcakes
Cupcakes are a secret passion of mine. Today I wanted to bake a cupcake I’ve never tried before. And I’m going to teach you how to do it also. All my cupcakes start off with the same ingredients: A boxed cake mix, the amount of oil listed on the box (today 1/3 c), 4 eggs and 1 cup of buttermilk….
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