I can't make myself choose a winner to the lemongrass & calendula give away. So, I'll giving everyone who commented on the post a bar of soapy goodness. If you live away, leave me your address...
After a few weeks at the store, I have discovered my soapy best seller. My lemongrass & calendula soap is flying out of the shop. I love this soap because it is soothing, refreshing & invigorat...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2010/06/lemongrass-calendula.html
My life with Gerry is never boring. We seem to have a routine. He comes up with a new idea, I fret and sputter with some objections. He patiently helps me to see his way. We do whatever it is...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2010/06/this-little-piggy.html
Cora is loving softball! She's got lots of heart and hustle, too! It's so fun to watch her play. She is probably the youngest on the team, and definitely the smallest. That doesn't stop her from...
I'm so excited about having hours at the store! I'm in a mad dash to fill wholesale orders and get everything ready for opening on Thursday. I can't wait to be in there and enjoying the space. ...
As much as I love being on Facebook , I have missed blogging! We've been wicked busy! Here are some pics to catch up. Of course, Max is doing very well and the mountains are still beautiful! P...
Last Thursday and Friday I chaperoned a trip to Groton State Park with half of the third & fourth grade population. Cora is a third grader this year (already!). When Austen's class went, I assu...
I've been cranking out soap by the truck loads. The craft~ fair~holiday~party~favor season has me working hard and having a ball. It really is a gift to be able to do what you love. I find myse...
Pumpkin Patch Earrings by Twilight Jewelry Box Along with having a love affair with handmade soap, I'm also crazy about handmade jewelry. I love looking at something that was crafted with more...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/09/autumn-jewels-from-etsy.html
We have had an AMAZING Summer! We have six days until the start of school. I think I'll spend every moment enjoying these days and my sweet family. I am so thankful!
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/08/lots-of-summer-fun.html
I have to admit it. The fragrances of Autumn & the Holidays are some of my favorites. Although I love, love, LOVE summertime, I am crazy about the spicy, warm, comforting scents of Fall & Christm...
It's amazing to me that summer is almost over. Even though the calendar says we have about 6 weeks left, kids go back to school in 2 weeks. Here in Vermont, the crickets are singing. For me, that...
Whew! The summer is flying by and I can barely keep up with all of the activity! The latest summer high point came last Friday when the boys tested successfully for their Black Stripe in TKD. Op...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/07/black-stripe-boys.html
I love the Impressionists. I especially love Monet and all of the wonderful colors found in his work. Here is my soap inspired by Monet's Garden. It smells divine~sweet, floral & summery. Grab...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/06/time-in-monets-garden.html
There are only 8 days of school left for us here in Vermont. That blows my mind! How quickly these days fly by and we stand on the edge of summer vacation. I love this time of year because of t...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/06/tender-days-of-june-seduction-of-great.html
I was so surprised and flatterd to be asked to mentor an RUHS Senior last Fall. Emiline is the oldest daughter of my girlfriend, Beth. She came to me in September and asked if I would mentor her ...
We are officially a two sport family. Peter is playing really well for his Little League team, the A's. They are the team to beat this year with a record of 5 and 0. As a mom, I appreciate their...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/05/austen-plays-lax-peter-plays-third.html
We've been flocked by an anonymous friend. It's the most clever fund~raising idea I've ever seen. A high school student here in Randolph was accepted to an exchange program to Europe this summer...
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The Crazy Life of a Mom of Four, Wife of One, Soapmaker & Business Owner Living in the Stunning Green Mountains of Vermont.
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/05/happy-birthday-gerry.html
Cora, Ella & I tested for our next belt in TKD this week. Happily, we all passed. Cora & I are now Green Belts & Ella earned her Green Stripe. The girls did a fantastic job! In other green ne...
Belize was indescribably beautiful! We had a fabulous trip! It was so wonderful to share great time with Gerry's parents. We are all so thankful for this fun adventure! My favorite phrase came ...
In honor of all things sunny and wonderful, I've come up with Margarita Kaleidosoap . It's yummy lime fragrance will carry you to the islands. That's exactly what we're doing for April vacation...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/04/nod-to-jimmy-buffet.html
Here are some cute pictures of the girls playing cub scout dress up while I was away on my Girlie Weekend . I don't even know how they found the uniforms! LOL Thanks to Gerry for being such ...
http://twinbirch.blogspot.com/2009/03/while-moms-away-kids-will-play.html
Whew!~ time is flying by & life is crazy, busy! It seems like my ginormous soap order is on hold for now. I'm a big believer in things happening for a reason, and I know great things will come f...
We just got back from Blue Wave TaeKwonDo Association' s 2009 TaeKwonDo Winter Camp. It was the first year that all of us participated in all of the workshops. It was extra exciting this year f...