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January 26, 2015

Peanut Brittle Day
Where Did Peanut Brittle Come From? It Depends On Whom You Ask
Mom's Best Peanut Brittle Recipe (no, not my mom!)
Microwave Oven Peanut Brittle Recipe
Peanut Brittle Cookies
For adults only: Peanut Brittle Cocktail

Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day
Best stress reliever ever! I love bubble wrap!
Bubble wrap was originally designed to be used as wallpaper
If you can't get your hands on some real bubble wrap today here's the next best thing, although it isn't near as satisfying or therapeutic as the real thing. :)






Spouse's Day
74 Simple Things You Can Do to Brighten Your Spouse’s Day
My hub and I have been married over 19 years.  It's easy to get into a rut and take for granted the things he does for me or for our children.  Sound familiar for you as well?  Have you been, unknowingly, taking your spouse for granted?  Today can be a re-set day!  Make it a point to thank him/her for the mundane things they do without much notice from you. For example, my hub on the weekends will make our bed and when he does he now makes it up "nap ready" for me to take a nap!
So what can you do to show your spouse some appreciation today?

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