“People you can always turn to, and if you don’t know where you are, family is always there.” According to a nine-year-old, this is the definition of family. A forty-two-year-old would say, “Family means children, Mom, and Dad,” but neither of these define the true meaning of family; it merely brushes the surface. As noted, a family can consist […]
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Word around Germ is that I’m the “Oldies Expert,” or at least, that’s what my editor once told me. I do enjoy reading (especially about history), and I am a vintage geek. So, with Christmas fast approaching, you better not cry or pout about finding the perfect gift for your vintage-loving friend or your bookworm cousin, […]
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You pulled your most fashion-savvy friend out of the list for Secret Santa this holiday season, and now you’re completely stumped on what to get her. She practically owns everything already, especially anything that’s related to style or fashion. It becomes even harder if you’re not a fashionista yourself, and you may not feel comfortable […]
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When I’m not hunting in bookstores for the newest books to read, I’m searching for the latest fashion trends to fit my wardrobe. These two worlds rarely intersected until I came across an online ad for scarves fitted with the words of classic novels. They looked soft and pretty, and I could think of a […]
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I don’t know about you, but, personally, the start of Christmas tends to put me in full-on battle mode. As much as I absolutely love the festive cheer and holiday parties, I can’t seem to truly enjoy all of it until I know that my shopping is done. There’s nothing like the thrill of watching […]
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Trying to find last minute Valentine’s gifts or cards to hand out to friends? Looking for cute decoration ideas for your Valentine’s or Galentine’s Day get together? Well, check out Germ’s Pinterest board Valentine’s Day Ideas and Decorations for some cute, affordable options. Check it out, re-pin to your heart’s content, and comment to let us know which […]
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