We have some new additions to The Johnston Gaggle!
Hey y'all! The Johnston Gaggle has grown by THREE! First of all, we gained a SON-IN-LAW! We are super excited to announce that "The Teen/Weirdo" isn't a teen anymore. Weirdo, yes. She's still that, but now, she's married and we couldn't be happier! They had a very small wedding in my parents' backyard with our favorite friend and Justice of the Peace! It was a fun an exciting day. Our little girl is MARRIED. We gained another son!! Before all this happened, we got these guys - and we're STILL "Between the Kids"! The first little guy is Biggs Darklighter. …
It’s easy to learn how to sew!
My mom has been sewing for as long as I can remember! She started in Home Economics in high school, and she hasn't stopped since. When we were little, she'd make our clothes for us. She could throw together something from nothing, and make it work. As we grew up she began sewing for the public where she'd take elaborate patterns and make beautiful everyday clothing, suits, dresses, gowns, costumes, etc. Over the past 30 years, her sewing has evolved to pretty much alterations only. When I refer her to people, I usually make a joke and say she's the…
5 Reasons You Need Life Insurance
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6 Ways to Keep Your Busy Yard Green and Beautiful
If you have a family, especially with pets, then you know what a challenge it is to keep your lawn looking green and beautiful all summer. There's just so much activity going on outside, between the kids playing and the dogs doing, well, you know. But fear not, maintaining your outdoor space doesn't have to be overwhelming. Consider investing in covered walkway canopy construction services to provide sheltered areas for your family and pets to enjoy, while also preserving the pristine look of your lawn. Here are a few additional tips to help you maintain a lush and inviting yard.…
Meet our GrandPup, Addie Grace
I didn't think that at the ages of 37 and 40 we'd be grandparents, but here we are, the proud Wookie and Malla of a beautiful little four month old, four legged, black Labrador granddaughter, Addison Grace. We call her Addie for short, unless she gets into something she shouldn't. Photo Credit: Kylie Adrianne Photography She really is the most precious thing. She came into our lives over Christmas (as a surprise) so we had to make a mad dash to head out and grab a last minute pup stocking and fill it with all the fun toys and treats…
Tips to find your dream family home
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Dining in These Cities is No Problem for Health Conscious Parents
One of the most important tasks as a parent is making sure that your kids are getting the nutrition they need and staying away from (or at least enjoying moderately) the sugars and unhealthy foods that they don’t. And sometimes it’s really hard. As our schedules grow busier and busier with our children’s extracurriculars, sometimes it can be difficult to find time to throw together a healthy meal and you find yourself resorting to pulling through the drive-thru during the brief time you have between dance class and soccer practice. Recently, Vitagene put together a study on what cities…
The Most Important Things Parents Must Teach Their Young Adult Children
Schools don’t teach everything. Though they may provide lessons on math, English, science, and more, they don’t often provide useful knowledge of the tasks you’ll have to handle in your adult life. It is up to you, as parents, to teach your young adult children these things instead to ensure they are adequately prepared for adulthood and the expensive world ahead of them. How to Obtain Insurance Insurance is necessary for many purposes, the first of which is driving. Most states require drivers to at least hold a basic PLPD (Personal Liability Property Damage) auto insurance policy if they…
3 Alternate Ways of Becoming Pregnant
When you have children, you are immediately hit with a sense of joy and affection. Something so small and miraculous will need you to survive, depend on you for all of its needs; that little life you created will need to be taught how to survive in the world and the ins-and-outs of society. In return for everything you do for that precious child, you will receive a lifetime of love. It is important to have the right care provider during this time of pregnancy. As you continued this journey as a parent, you will need proper guidance on taking…
How To Save Money When Shopping Online
How To Save Money When Shopping Online Shopping online at any time of the year, especially after the holiday season, can save you a lot of time and frustrations dealing with crowds of people looking for in store sales. In addition, if you already know what you want, you will not end up buying more than you need. Unfortunately, there are some shoppers that cannot avoid the temptation of spending more than they need to on supplies, furnishings, and even gifts. If you want to avoid overspending, it is important you carefully plan out what you want to buy and…