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Sock Mail – it’s here! (maybe)

October 21, 2015 by JennieBrandon Leave a Comment

Sock Mail – it’s here! (maybe)

Dear lovely Sock reader, Well, as promised on my Facebook page, I’ve done it. I’ve created the very first edition of the Errant Sock Newsletter a.k.a. Sock Mail. Assuming the technology works, here’s what you can sign up for. Every two weeks or so (I don’t have time to cram your inbox – honest!), you’ll be […]

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10 classic books for toddlers and 10 offbeat alternatives

October 7, 2015 by JennieBrandon Leave a Comment

10 classic books for toddlers and 10 offbeat alternatives

I’m sure you enjoy snuggling up to a little warm body to read as much as I do. Every bookshelf needs a few classics but whether you hate following the crowd or just can’t take the Very Hungry Caterpillar one. more. time., I have some quirky alternatives for you to look out for at the library […]

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Frugal but meaningful gifts for Dad

June 2, 2015 by JennieBrandon 1 Comment

Frugal but meaningful gifts for Dad

I’m sure I don’t have to convince you that Dads are worth celebrating. Most of us treasure our Dads and I treasure my own even more now I’m watching the levels of effort and sacrifice that go into my husband’s parenting. Dads are heroes and they ought to be celebrated! There are many ‘gift guides’ […]

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Lamb Navarin slow cooker recipe

May 12, 2015 by JennieBrandon Leave a Comment

Lamb Navarin slow cooker recipe

Navarin means “Spring-y” (I think!) so this lamb navarin slow cooker recipe is the perfect stew for this time of year. Imagine replacing the pasta in Pasta Primavera with lamb and you get close. I’m not that into stews so you know this has to be good. Ingredients for 4: 1- 1/2 lbs / 500-750 […]

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Easy Valentines craft (or any time) for the craftphobic parent

February 10, 2015 by JennieBrandon Leave a Comment

Easy Valentines craft (or any time) for the craftphobic parent

I’ll admit it: these days I mostly love crafting with my kids but it has definitively NOT always been that way (it’s a long story how things changed) so I know how stressful craft with tinies can be. Last week I had a nasty bug with fever and stomach cramps, one kid home sick from school and […]

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