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Throwback Thursday ~ Memorial Day Celebrations in Years Past

2005 2007  2010  
Travel Journals for Children

Travel Journals for Children

Recently we took a long vacation to Florida (read all about our adventures in Siesta Key and Walt Disney World!).  Before we went the Easter Bunny brought Travel Journals for the kids.  The teacher in me wanted to try to make our trip somewhat educational…so why not get them to do some creative writing and...

Menu Plan Monday ~ May 20

It’s been another tasty week at our house…every dinner last week was delicious! AND…I spent a day one day this week organizing all of my recipes here on the blog, so now I have a handy dandy tab at the top with my Recipe archives!!! Here’s what we dined on  last week: Tilapia & Confetti...

Family Friendly Cincinnati Posts

I’m sure I’ve mentioned this on here before, but I moonlight on Family Friendly Cincinnati.  I hope that if you read this blog and you live in the Cincinnati or Northern Kentucky area that you know about Family Friendly Cincinnati.  It’s a great resource for finding fun things to do around town.  And I maintain...

Throwback Thursday ~ Sharon & Charlie

Michael’s parents (Sharon & Charlie), all dressed up for a school dance.

Summerfair 2013 {Giveaway}

Congrats to Maureen G. who said “My husband and I used to go to Summerfair often before kids. I think they are old enough to enjoy it now.”  Shoot me an email at Katie @ Cards-by-Katie (dot) com to claim your prize!!! The first weekend of June is a special time…it’s a time when artisans...

Menu Plan Monday ~ May 13

I am looking forward to the summer months…because it means I can be a little more creative in the kitchen, and make meals that require more time and a bit more effort.  During the school year we are constantly on the go with after school activities, so our evening meals tend to get a bit...

Fiesta Fruit Bowls

I recently purchased some adorable Fiestaware fruit bowls to add to my beloved collection of Fiestaware dishes.  I’m smitten with these new bowls.  Is that strange to be smitten with bowls?  Oh well, I am.  I think these little bowls could go in any home…even if you don’t use Fiestaware dishes everyday as we do. ...

{This Moment}

Inspired by SouleMama – A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.   If you’re inspired to do the same, leave a link to your ‘moment’ in the comments for all to find and see....

Throwback Thursday ~ My Mama and Me 1977

Mama & Katie May 1977 Lexington, Kentucky  

#BeastieBoysBaby

Henry does love the Beastie Boys…and singing in the tub…  

Tire Discounters :: New Store {GIVEAWAY – CLOSED}

Congrats to Linda S. who said, “My car has reached 100,000 miles. I’m sure I will be needing this gift card soon”. You are the winner of the $25 Tire Discounters Gift Card! Email me at Katie@Cards-by-Katie.com to claim your prize! You have 24 hours to contact me, or another name will be drawn. Stay...