60http://blog.simplejoy.orgWed, 23 May 2012 21:48:29 GMTWed, 23 May 2012 21:48:29 GMTenWeekly message.Jean Ann Duckworth offers a brief message based on the weekly Bible verse.Jean Ann Duckworth offers a brief message based on the weekly Bible verse.contactus@simplejoy.orgnohttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/23/how-to-organize-outdoor-party-food-and-drinks.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="" align="center"><img src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/2012/04/550_101634584.jpg" alt="Appetizer Caddy" border="0"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Make transporting outdoor party food &amp; drinks a breeze with these ideas from BH&amp;G.</div><div><br></div><div><a href="http://www.bhg.com/party/birthday/themes/how-to-organize-outdoor-party-food-and-drinks/?sssdmh=dm17.598739&amp;esrc=nw100dHAC052112&amp;email=3824501602" target="" class="">Carry-all</a></div>Memorial DaySummerOutdoor Entertaininghttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/23/how-to-organize-outdoor-party-food-and-drinks.aspx#Comments566c8cb2-34b3-48d9-bcfd-ff8c7be3e9b1Wed, 23 May 2012 18:54:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/23/mid-week-spirit-boost.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="" align="center"><img src="http://wallpapers.free-review.net/wallpapers/42/Coastal_Holiday%2C_Sand_Beach.jpg" width="512" height="384" alt=" Desktop Wallpaper · Gallery · Nature Coastal Holiday, Sand Beach" title="Download wallpaper" style="border-width: 0px; border-style: solid;"></div> <div style="" align="center"><br> </div> <div style="" align="left">This week's spirit boost is from 1 Corinthians. Enjoy!</div> <div style="" align="left"><br> </div> <div style="" align="left"><br> </div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div>Podcastshttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/23/mid-week-spirit-boost.aspx#Commentse884e517-eb31-4e4e-965c-763d1035c7b5Wed, 23 May 2012 18:32:11 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/22/your-fabulous-patriotic-table.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann DuckworthThis summer, entertain friends &amp; family with a patriotic event featuring this simple &amp; colorful table. <div><br> </div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/a0VMJmOiw8A" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>SummerOutdoor Entertaininghttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/22/your-fabulous-patriotic-table.aspx#Commentse107c215-23ab-4dcc-a3f8-98322203fd16Tue, 22 May 2012 22:47:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/22/easy-diy-patriotic-decorations.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/2007/05/550_100007320.jpg" alt="padded bench" border="0"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Not just for the 4th of July. These decorations are perfect for Memorial Day as well. From BH&amp;&amp;G.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/holidays/july-4th/decorating/easy-diy-decorations-for-the-4th-of-july/?sssdmh=dm17.598739&amp;esrc=nw100dHAC052112&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">Patriotic Decorations</a></div>SummerOutdoor Entertaininghttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/22/easy-diy-patriotic-decorations.aspx#Commentsc2d5e54c-50b8-410d-950c-aac16cfacd78Tue, 22 May 2012 19:51:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/21/kick-off-summer-with-memorial-day-desserts-.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.delish.com/cm/delish/images/lQ/strawberry-shortcake-T0OYNQ-mdn.jpg"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Sweeten up your Memorial Day menu with these recipes from Delish.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.delish.com/entertaining-ideas/holidays/memorial-day/memorial-day-dessert-recipes?src=nl&amp;mag=clg&amp;list=nl_ccr_fds_non_051812_memorial-day-desserts#slide-1" target="_blank" class="">Summer Desserts</a></div>Memorial DaySummerRecipesOutdoor Entertaininghttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/21/kick-off-summer-with-memorial-day-desserts-.aspx#Commentsaf4ff480-d359-4163-b670-9af03342abd5Mon, 21 May 2012 22:05:24 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/21/30-crowd-pleasing-burger-recipes.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/recipe/550_R164653.jpg" alt="Blue Cheese Stuffed Burger with Red Onion &amp; Spinach"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Kick off summer entertaining with these incredible recipes for burgers from BH&amp;G.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipes/beef/burgers/grilled-burger-ideas/?sssdmh=dm17.598739&amp;esrc=nw100dHAC052112&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">Burgers</a></div>SummerRecipesOutdoor Entertaininghttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/21/30-crowd-pleasing-burger-recipes.aspx#Commentsfbfba76e-ccbd-4e68-8d6a-c0b9ce952006Mon, 21 May 2012 21:51:19 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/21/fuss-free-summer-potluck-recipes.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Caraway Veggies" src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/recipe/p_R106300.jpg"></div><div><br></div><div>Host fabulous events this summer with these potluck recipes from BH&amp;G.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipes/party/party-ideas/potluck-recipes/?sssdmh=dm17.597605&amp;esrc=nwwr052112&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">Potluck</a></div>SummerRecipesParty IdeasOutdoor Entertaininghttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/21/fuss-free-summer-potluck-recipes.aspx#Comments3808b0fa-639b-43bc-956a-892a22fb3335Mon, 21 May 2012 21:48:57 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/18/landscaping-for-a-family-friendly-yard.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/03/l_SIP873795.jpg" alt="View of bench surrounded by lawn, trees, and shrubs" border="0"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Have your cake &amp; eat it too when you create a backyard that is beautiful AND stands up to your family enjoying the yard. These tips from BH&amp;G help you with your project.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/gardening/landscaping-projects/landscape-basics/backyard-landscaping-tips-for-a-family/?sssdmh=dm17.596436&amp;esrc=nwhi051012&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">Backyard</a></div>Homehttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/18/landscaping-for-a-family-friendly-yard.aspx#Comments982fe140-34cf-4685-aeac-e4badbbcfeb5Fri, 18 May 2012 17:26:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/17/unique-floral-arrangements.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/cm/goodhousekeeping/images/oD/asparagus-hyacinth-0501-lgn.jpg" width="375" height="500" alt="asparagus and flower arrangement"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Create fresh &amp; fabulous floral arrangements using flowers &amp; produce with these ideas from Good Housekeeping.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/decorating-ideas/flower-produce-arrangements-0501?src=nl&amp;mag=ghk&amp;list=nl_gga_dot_non_051012_flower-produce-arrangements&amp;kw=ist#slide-1" target="_blank" class="">Floral</a></div>GardeningFloral Arrangementhttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/17/unique-floral-arrangements.aspx#Comments07cf95a9-b711-4c14-ab90-d8727d3794beThu, 17 May 2012 21:37:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/15/kitchens-with-pro-style-amenities.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="kitchen sink" src="http://images.meredith.com/remodel/images/2008/08/p_100109387.jpg"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Add some professional function to your family kitchen with these ideas from BH&amp;G.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/kitchen/styles/dream-kitchens/kitchens-with-pro-style-amenities/?sssdmh=dm17.596436&amp;esrc=nwhi051012&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">Kitchen</a></div>HomeDecorhttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/15/kitchens-with-pro-style-amenities.aspx#Comments747ee650-b06f-442c-84ad-1e15ded7986fTue, 15 May 2012 18:22:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/15/get-organized-the-easy-way.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/cm/goodhousekeeping/images/cd/declutter-laundry-1005-mdn.jpg" width="300" height="225" title="" alt=""></div><div><br></div><div>Organized. Easy. Do I really need to say anything else?! From Good Housekeeping. And, for the record, I LOVE this laundry room!</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning-organizing/organize-easy-oct05_2" target="_blank" class="">Simple Solutions</a></div>HomeOrganizationhttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/15/get-organized-the-easy-way.aspx#Comments0190ec6f-3028-44b0-9a4c-67a9e7be507cTue, 15 May 2012 17:30:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/14/more-fabulous-entryways.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/2010/11/p_101427348.jpg" alt="Front Door Drop Zone" border="0"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Not enough ideas for your home entryway? <img src="http://blog.simplejoy.org/emoticons/smile.png" border="0" /> BH&amp;G has even more suggestions for your home.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/storage/friendly-and-functional-entries/?sssdmh=dm17.596436&amp;esrc=nwhi051012&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">More Entries</a></div>HomeDecorhttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/14/more-fabulous-entryways.aspx#Comments409b8596-5670-4cc1-adf5-39d366c36902Tue, 15 May 2012 00:19:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/14/do-it-all-entryways.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/2011/03/550_101311145.jpg" alt="Anywhere Entry: Space-Smart Solution" border="0"></div><div><br></div><div>Tired of messy entryways, where everyone just drops their coats, bags &amp; more? BH&amp;G has ideas to help you keep these items organized &amp; create a welcoming entryway.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/decorating/storage/mudroom/do-it-all-entryways/?sssdmh=dm17.596436&amp;esrc=nwhi051012&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">Entry</a></div>HomeDecorOrganizationhttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/14/do-it-all-entryways.aspx#Commentsbbe922cb-5e50-4d2f-8e30-aab7eae9925cMon, 14 May 2012 21:12:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/14/the-simple-joy-of-friendship.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="http://blip.tv/play/AYHKiUIA.html?p=1" width="320" height="270" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYHKiUIA" style="display:none">RelationshipsFriendshttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/14/the-simple-joy-of-friendship.aspx#Commentse2c4b0ec-c990-41d4-b3bf-03ede8852929Mon, 14 May 2012 19:44:17 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/09/easy-mothers-day-flower-arrangements.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Easter" src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/2010/04/550_101144973.jpg"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>No need to spend a fortune on floral arrangements when you can simply go to the garden and, with these ideas from BH&amp;G, create a beautiful arrangement for Mom.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/holidays/mothers-day/gifts/mothers-day-flowers-ideas/?sssdmh=dm17.596222&amp;esrc=nwdc050912&amp;email=3824501602#page=4" target="_blank" class="">Flowers 4 Mom</a></div>Mother's Dayhttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/09/easy-mothers-day-flower-arrangements.aspx#Commentse1d5a8e9-b95e-4401-bb21-2225fea0a15dWed, 09 May 2012 19:12:33 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/09/mothers-day-tea-party.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.countryliving.com/cm/countryliving/images/sQ/tea-party-table-rep0507-de.jpg" width="360" height="460" alt="outdoor table set for tea party"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Tea Parties are my very favorite way to entertain. I keep it simple and plan things out so I am able to enjoy the event with my guests. These ideas from Country Living allow you to host a fabulous Mother's Day Tea for the Moms in your life!</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.countryliving.com/cooking/entertaining/mother-tea-party-0507?src=nl&amp;mag=clg&amp;list=nl_ccr_par_hol_050912_mothers-day-tea-party&amp;kw=ist#slide-2" target="_blank" class="">Mom Tea</a></div><div><br></div>Mother's Dayhttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/09/mothers-day-tea-party.aspx#Comments49c07e02-4175-411b-9438-9a970e09fc6fWed, 09 May 2012 19:06:29 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/08/mothers-day-picnic-recipes.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/recipe/p_R162953.jpg" alt="Greek Salad Club" border="0"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Give Mom a relaxing day outdoors with these fresh &amp; easy recipes from BH&amp;G, including this Greek Salad Club.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipes/party/seasonal/healthy-picnic-recipes/?sssdmh=dm17.595551&amp;esrc=nwwr050712&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">Picnic</a></div>Mother's Day RecipesMother's DayRecipeshttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/08/mothers-day-picnic-recipes.aspx#Commentsefd0268d-0f79-4db3-a46d-c618269568fdTue, 08 May 2012 15:47:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/07/mothers-day-brunch.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Coconut Waffles" src="http://images.meredith.com/bhg/images/recipe/550_R091016.jpg"></div><div><br></div><div>Celebrate Mother's Day with these incredible recipes from BH&amp;G, including these Coconut Waffles.</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipes/breakfast/brunch/brunch-recipe-ideas/?sssdmh=dm17.595551&amp;esrc=nwwr050712&amp;email=3824501602" target="_blank" class="">Brunch</a></div>Mother's Day RecipesMother's DayRecipesBreakfasthttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/07/mothers-day-brunch.aspx#Commentsde8b1077-cece-4bb1-b74e-2a9270944521Mon, 07 May 2012 20:44:06 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/04/15-pecan-pie-recipes.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.delish.com/cm/delish/images/AC/pecan-pie-qs-mdn.jpg" width="300" height="300" alt="southern pecan pie"></div><div><br></div><div>Hmm, well, there just doesn't seem to be anything to say after that except YUM!</div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.delish.com/recipes/cooking-recipes/pecan-pie?src=nl&amp;mag=clg&amp;list=nl_ccr_fds_non_042712_pecan-pie#slide-1" target="_blank" class="">Pecan Pie</a></div>RecipesPiehttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/04/15-pecan-pie-recipes.aspx#Commentsf03b7b7a-49c2-4fb6-a602-5b3a4b84511cFri, 04 May 2012 22:41:00 GMThttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/03/mothers-day-gifts.aspx?ref=rssJean Ann Duckworth<div style="" align="center"><img src="http://www.womansday.com/cm/womansday/images/FN/03-travel-beauty-bag-lgn.jpg"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Spoil Mom this Mother's Day with these great gift ideas from Woman's Day.</div><div><br></div><div style="" align="center"><a href="http://www.womansday.com/life/holidays/great-mothers-day-gifts?src=nl&amp;mag=wdy&amp;list=nl_wdw_gft_hol_042512_mothers-day-gifts&amp;kw=ist#slide-3" target="_blank" class="">Spoil Mom</a></div>Mother's Dayhttp://blog.simplejoy.org/2012/05/03/mothers-day-gifts.aspx#Comments53781d3b-2656-4f55-b1f6-152f01246b44Fri, 04 May 2012 14:06:00 GMT