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Book Nook - Opening Closed Doors: The Story of Josie C. Murray

Motherhood Moments

Not long ago, public libraries in Virginia were not so public. Eisenhower, Josie built a case and became the catalyst for all public buildings in Virginia to desegregate. The following year, the Virginia State Reading Association honored her. It would take the courage of a young African-American woman, Josie C.

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Yes Virginia, There is a Money Tree

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

One way to do this in a two income family is to live off of one income and bank the other. You don’t have to make hundreds of thousands of dollars, you just have to have some money left over after taking care of your obligations. We did that. Tax yourself. Pay yourself first.

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Caring Causes - Little Bricks Charity

Motherhood Moments

The Founder of LittleBricks Charity has traveled all the way from Virginia to deliver these LEGO® Sets to the charity’s 32nd Children’s Hospital in the past 13 months. “I Russell is also pleased to have Holly Jones, a Registered Nurse at Cook Children’s and part of the LittleBricks Charity Family, join the delivery. and Canada.

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Healthy Habits: America’s most stressed states

Motherhood Moments

New research has revealed the most stressed states, with West Virginia coming out on top. It found that West Virginia had the highest rate of mental and physical distress, thus making it the most stressed state. and frequent physical distress, which refers to adults reporting poor physical health more than half the time. out of 100.

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Our Family Trip to Shenandoah Valley, VA

Family Balance Sheet

If you love the outdoors, you will love the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. My family spent a recent weekend seeking adventure there with with my daughters’ Girl Scouts troop. We had such a delightful trip and if you love action packed getaways, I would encourage you to make the Shenandoah Valley a destination for your family.

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Travel Tidbits: Mid-Atlantic Light Shows

Motherhood Moments

Or perhaps it's because when those shimmering strands of bulbs go up it means that the holidays are upon us, bringing with it thoughtful DIY gifts, delicious food, and so many fun activities to share with friends and family. The parade ends at Falling Branch Brewery for a holiday celebration, bringing families together during the holidays.

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Meet a Reader | AF in Virginia

The Frugal Girl

Most of my evenings/weekends are just hanging out (largely at home and in the yard with my family). Second, coming from poverty, I am so grateful to be able to help my family when they need things. If it was truly a windfall that was not spoken for, I’d use it to visit my family several states away or pay for the to visit us 10.

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