Friday was “Bring Your Frog to Work” Day

Friday was “Bring Your Frog to Work” Day.

Okay. Not really. But it should have been. For me it was. Maybe I’ll start a trend. Yup. It’s already on my iPhone calendar. Every First Friday in May shall be “Bring Your Frog to Work Day”.

I had intended to spend my lunch hour at the Park behind my office, taking photos of flying hawks and scurrying ground squirrels. Instead, it evolved into me taking photos of Nippers every chance I got.

It started with him accepting his role. That is, being the Frog that I took to work today.

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TWO giveaways!

It’s getting so close, I can taste it. Which is a good thing, since it’s all about making great food at frugal costs.

What is it?

The Unemployment Cookbook, of course.

And even though it’s been my main writing focus lately, it’s not my only focus. I’m still working on my Devotions and Screenplay and Book Series with Megan. And I’m still blogging every day and on facebook every day.

And so are you. You know how I know? You comment. You like. You link. And I want to thank you for that. In a big way.

So here’s … read the rest. . .

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Handmade Wreath Giveaway

Hey, everyone!

So, you know I’m nuts about blog giveaways (and have populated Snobby Kitchen by entering more than a few).

Well here’s one that I stumbled upon through a fellow blogger’s site.

This is Burlap & Buttons, a great blog I just discovered. Kirstin is a crafter and she’s offering a free Wreath just for commenting on her blog post here.

Even if you’re not interested in winning, take a look at her blog. You’ll find some amazingly creative ideas on decorating, some family stories, and just good reading.

Be sure to tell her Hi from Frankly, … read the rest. . .

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Clipping Coupons

by Molly Jo Realy @MollyJoRealy

Yes, this post is actually about coupon clipping.

No, I am not some poverty-stricken rundown woman with curlers in my hair dangling a cigarette. Neither am I an extremist who’s going to hoard supplies that I’ll never use. While the thought of selling to my neighbors in times of dire need sort of thrills me (especially since my neighbors CHOOSE to not be prepared), I guess I’m not really an I-told-you-so kinda gal.

But I am a storyteller, so here’s today’s story.

I’ve clipped coupons before, saved a few bucks here and there. But this … read the rest. . .

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