Dad’s Famous No Cook Refrigerator Pickles

The end of summer marks a special time of year, No, I don’t mean back to school, although I’ve got that covered  for you here in Nine Ways to Make the First Day of School Special .  For many people with backyard gardens, it’s harvest time. And, while I don’t have a garden due to amount of trees in my yard, my parents do. Luckily for me, they gift me with plenty of tomatoes, cucumbers, and other goodies.  When I’m really lucky, Dad will give me a big jar of his homemade no cook refrigerator pickles.

About two years ago, I finally asked for the “secret” recipe so I could make my own pickles. When I did, I was amazed to learn how easy it was to make no cook refrigerator pickles. First, I didn’t even realize that you didn’t have to cook anything. Nothing. Nada. Plus, I learned that the pickles really don’t take that much time to make.

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Nine Ways to Make the First Day of School Special

The first day of school has always been a big deal in our house. It could be because I’m a teacher, or it could just be because my mom always made it a special day when my brothers and I were young. Regardless, each school year is a new beginning and deserves to be celebrated. Most children will only have 13-15 first days of school, preschool through grade 12.  Luckily, there are some great ways to make the first day of school special for them each year.

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My July Reading List

It’s the end of July, and school is starting soon. Where did summer go? I didn’t get most of the things done this summer that I had planned to do, but, all in all, it’s been a good summer. I definitely do not have as many books on my July reading list as I normally do. I’m just going to blame that on babies and puppies! However, I was able to read 14 books this month.  Here is my July reading list. 
 

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Six Classic Toddler-Friendly Magic Kingdom Rides

When Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom opened on October 1, 1971, there were only 22 attractions, including the parades and fireworks show. Several of those rides and attractions are still operating today, delighting children of all ages and bringing joy to thousands each day.  Parents and young grandparents (like us) can bring their little ones to enjoy the same toddler-friendly Magic Kingdom rides that we loved when we were their ages.

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