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Archives for December 2012

Two Trips to the ER

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When we woke up on Saturday morning we had 6 MORE inches of snow...on top of the 9 inches we already got. YIKES! I can't remember the last time it has snowed this much. We had to get creative with fun activities to keep the boys busy because, let's be real here, snow is cold. And moms hate the

Top Projects for 2012 {Year in Review}

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Just a little over a year ago {November 2011} I quit my full time job as a Retirement Coordinator for a healthcare corporation to blog. I didn't "technically" quit so I could blog here...on House of Rose. Nope. I quit so I could help my husband with his personal finance blog and his other online

November 2012 Income Report – Does the Streak Continue?

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It's time for last months income report: November 2012. As a reminder, this is why we do the income reports: Accountability. These will allow us to finally keep track of our total online revenue - something that I've been horrible at. Progress. Now that we have it documented, we'll be be able to

Merry Christmas from the Rose’s!

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It's probably safe to say that everyone will be taking some time off from the Internet to enjoy their families! Me included! I hope y'all have a wonderful holiday! Our Christmas card photo shoot was a little less than perfect this year {due to misbehaving children}...and let's just say,

He Said To Be Prayerful

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As I sat in church this morning and listened to the teaching, there were a few things that stuck to my heart. As our Pastor addressed the terrible situation of Newtown, Connecticut he said something that was profound. Profound in the fact that it was something that hadn't crossed my mind. Our

Updating Around the House

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Ever since my neighbors house burned I have sworn off candles. Candles are not the reason HER house burnt, but just to be safe...I refuse to light a candle in this house. After seeing the distinct horror and aftermath of what a house fire can do, I am choosing to be as cautious as possible when it

{Recipe} Creamy Chicken Florentine

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  Here I go again, sharing another recipe. A Creamy Chicken Florentine Recipe. *gasp* If you haven't noticed...I've been cooking a lot lately. The hubs is greatly appreciative. Ahem.  And I might even admit that there is a small {teeny tiny} bit of me that enjoys it. Remember I said

Tomorrow is Not Promised

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In light of what happened in Newtown I have been taking time to cherish the moments with my children. The fun, silly, dorky, obnoxious {and sometimes frustrating} moments. The good and the bad. Because these moments...the ones that we are experiencing today can not be taken from us. But tomorrow?

Putting Up the Tree and BlogWorld 2013!

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So many exciting things have been going on around here lately that I feel like I have blog post material for days {which doesn't happen all the time}. Now if I could just find the time to get it all typed out. We finally put up our tree {which I am sure you saw in our Holiday Mantel Decor pictures

{Vlog 30} Stop & Smell the Roses – The Last Video For 2012

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Hey my wonderful peeps! Can you believe that this is the LAST Stop and Smell the Roses link up for 2012? Hello, where does time go?! This is my 30th vlog! I must say that {thanks to YOU all} I have truly enjoyed getting behind the camera and sharing my life via video. It's opened up a new