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Hi! I'm Margarite.
I am a blogger
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Beat the Heat and Save Cash by Using Your Slow Cooker This Summer
As the temperature rises during summer months, many of us find ourselves battling against not just the heat outside but also the heat...
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Jul 284 min read


5 Delicious Ways to Enjoy Your Garden-Fresh Zucchini
Zucchini is the summer squash that thrives in gardens around the world. While most people stick to sautéing or grilling their zucchini,...
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Jul 213 min read


How Creatives Can Get Discovered and Make a Living From Their Passion
Today, we have a great article written by Sasha Moody. She contacted me because she thought you, my wonderful readers, might find it...
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Jul 145 min read


Celebrating Independence Day Weekend with Family
I hope you all had a great Independence Day weekend! My weekend actually started on Wednesday because I had some contractors at my house...
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Jul 73 min read


I Received a Great Public School Education
I received an amazing education from my local public school. It wasn't fancy. We had nothing that was state of the art. However, what we...
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Jun 303 min read


Blackberry Bliss: Whipping Up a Juicy Compote with Fresh Berries
As the bright summer sun shines down, fresh blackberries burst onto the scene, promising delightful flavor and wholesome goodness....
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Jun 234 min read


A Busy Father's Day Weekend
I hope everyone had a great weekend and a Happy Father's Day! My weekend was a flurry of activity. I ran around on Friday trying to take...
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Jun 163 min read


A Few Road Trip Hacks that Might Come in Handy
Embarking on a road trip can be one of the most exhilarating ways to explore new places and create unforgettable memories. Whether you're...
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Jun 94 min read


Packing for Your Next Out of Town Conference: Tips You'll Wish You Knew Sooner
I have some upcoming conferences this summer that already have me stressing over the thought of packing. I seem to always forget...
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Jun 25 min read


Memorial Day Weekend Family Time
I hope you all had a great Memorial Day Weekend. I did not make to any of the cemeteries due to the constant rain my area has endured...
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May 263 min read


Swimming in the Debt Pool: How I Wiped Out $36,000 in Credit Card Debt in Five Years
The following is not financial advice. It is my experience and opinion. I am not a financial wizard or financial advisor. I do not hold...
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May 195 min read


I Finally Have Some Plants in the Ground
I finally have some plants in my garden. I'm way behind, but my veggies are growing now. I've been extremely busy and emotional about...
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May 122 min read


My Tribute to My Sweet Uncle Don W.
It has been a tough week. My family suffered a great loss with the passing of my beloved uncle. Uncle Don W. was the best of men. He was...
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May 55 min read


JJ Renek Author Spotlight
One of the things I love most about being part of a writing community is getting to know my fellow authors. JJ Renek is a fascinating...
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Apr 286 min read


Secret Veggie Allies: What to Plant with Tomatoes and Onions for a Thriving Garden
I am way behind and need to plant my garden. I haven't even started my seeds yet. The only vegetable I have at the moment is a tomato...
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Apr 214 min read


Should I Write a Cookbook?
My mind is wild place most of the time. I'm thinking about fifty things at once. That's not always a good thing, especially when I need...
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Apr 142 min read


Are You Ready for Ozarks Spring Storms? Here are 5 Tips to Help You Prepare.
Spring in the Ozarks is truly a sight to behold, with colorful blossoms and warm sunshine emerging after a long winter. Yet, this season...
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Apr 73 min read


Saying Good-Bye to a Local Walgreens
Breathing has become a real challenge the last couple of weeks, and I've been desperate to find something that would help. I made a quest...
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Mar 313 min read


Allergy Season is Upon Us
I don't know about you, but allergy season has already hit me hard. I've had to start taking my Zyrtec again, and it's only helping a...
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Mar 244 min read


Feeling the Creativity
Have you ever been in a room with a group and people and fed off their energy? I don't mean like an energy vampire. I mean where you are...
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Mar 172 min read
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