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Sections of the East Coast are set to receive the wrath of Jonas, a snowstorm being described as “historic.” I’m currently in western PA, located just a little outside the edge of this weather front (thankfully!) If you’re in it’s path you’ll want to hunker down and check out the items below! – (weather.com)

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Winter Storm Jonas


Delicious hot chocolate is always a treat on cold, snowy days (or just cold days for those areas that don’t see snow!) Learn how to make yummy cocoa inspired beverages by reading below. (food52.com)

Hot Cocoa

How To Make the Best Hot Chocolate


Well, I wish someone had told me this years ago. I thought “warming up the engine” was a good thing, and so easy to do as I spent upwards of 20 minutes cleaning snow and ice from the car! (msn.com)

Snowy car

Stop Hurting Your Car by Warming Up the Engine


If you’ve ever lived on Lake Erie or know anything about “lake effect snow” you’ll appreciate the following story. (usatoday.com)

Frozen car

Lake Erie Frozen Car is Freed


Just when you thought it was safe to go to the local dollar store, here’s an article about some specific items to avoid. It shows how important ingredient labels are… and not just on food! (countryliving.com)

Dollar Store Items

10 Most Toxic Dollar Store Items


Here’s a funny story that played out on Twitter; chuckles guaranteed! (someecards.com)

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Pizzeria Employee’s Twitter Saga

Alphabet – Weekly Photo Challenge

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12 Therapeutic Crafts To Kick Off A Creative New Year ~ Priscilla Frank

I thought these were very cool & unique ideas! Check ’em out if you’re feeling crafty! I reblogged this from Concierge Librarian.

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PRISCILLA FRANK

Another new year, another opportunity to incorporate self-expression, creativity and mindfulness into your daily routine. You don’t have to be a professional artist to reap the many benefits of a little arts and crafts. Simple activities like coloring, doodling, and playing with clay are known to decrease anxiety and boost mood

Below are 12 simple suggestions for restorative art projects that will start your year off with serenity and ingenuity. Whether you make 2016 the year you keep a dream journal, paint into a tissue, or revamp your old beeper into a found sculpture, it’s going to be a good year. 

PRISCILLA FRANK

Dreams are weird. Often times, language isn’t the best way to convey your logic-defying, physically impossible, difficult-to-untangle night visions. Instead of writing down last night’s hallucinatory adventure, doodle your favorite moments from the trip. It’s a mindful way to start the day and, who…

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