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Here’s another in our Holiday Treat Recipes series: Rudolph Cupcakes. These are fun and I’ll be honest- you can do these one of 2 ways. Make your fondant at home or skip most of the work and order it online. My preference is Satin Ice brand fondant. Ingredients: 2 Cups Sugar ½ Cup Water 2 tbsp Light Corn Syrup Powdered…
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Kid’s Academy, one of the most successful developers of apps for kids has released what might be their biggest app yet. 123 Tracing is an excellent educational app designed for younger students. This cute game helps kids trace numbers and get in the habit of writing and forming these letters that they will use the rest of their lives. The…
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First and foremost, you have to know that I am a Windows Champion for Microsoft this year. As part of my partnership with them, I got to go to Seattle and learn oh so very much about Microsoft, Windows 8.1, Office365 and OneNote. Of course, being me, I can’t just share with you about how it works I have to…
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This post brought to you by Creme De La Creme. All opinions are 100% mine. Allowing your child to get a head start in preschool has many benefits. Preschool doesn’t just prepare your child for kindergarten 1. Nearly 80 percent of brain development occurs before age five. Choosing a high-quality preschool program will give you the head start they deserve…
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The internet is an amazing source of information. It can give people who use it information about anything in a matter of seconds. When it comes to kids and the internet, it does cause parents some concern, and rightly so. This post about internet safety with kids is sponsored. Most kids should be taught how to be internet savvy, no matter…
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Here’s an easy and delish buttercream frosting recipe for you! Ingredients 4 cups sifted confectioners sugar ½ cup unsalted butter ½ cup shortening 1 Tbs pure vanilla 2 Tbs meringue powder ¼ cup water (+/-) Directions Using stand mixer, cream butter and shortening in mixing bowl. Once smooth, add vanilla and mix until blended. Gradually add 2-3 cups of…
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