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A Fill In the Blank Note for Grandparents
The world could use a little extra light right now, so that is what I am bringing you today. Many grandparents and great-grandparents have been isolated from their families for way too long, so here is...
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The All Time Best Best Screen Free Gifts for Boys!
It was high time I put all our tried and true and very best screen-free gifts for boys all in one place! These are items we have loved and used for years and years, or new items we have discovered and...
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The Best Gifts for Teen Boys
The older boys get, the harder they seem to buy for, but have no fear, you are guaranteed to find something amazing for your growing boys on this list. From electronics to the outdoors to cool...
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Favorite Things 2020
When Melissa from 320 Sycamore invited me to participate in her Favorite Things 2020 Blog Hop I was thrilled. I love the other accounts participating, and it is always so fun to get ideas from...
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The Best Stocking Stuffers for Boys: Toddlers-Teens
When it comes to stocking stuffers, moms of girls have it pretty easy…nail polish, lipstick, jewelry… but finding something small and useful for a boy is always a particular challenge. I hate just...
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The All Time Best Gifts for Men
Here we are again, trying to find something meaningful, fun and well loved for the men in our lives! Below you will find some great ideas that work for every kind of man! Do you have something awesome...
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The Best Gifts and Stocking Stuffers for Women
It is always so much fun to share great ideas to gift to the women in your life! These are organized by price point to help you stay on budget this season! So many awesome stocking stuffer ideas...
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Christmas Tradition: Luminaries
When we moved into our neighborhood 7 years ago, we knew it was a great spot, and then Christmas Eve came and we were totally sold. A few days earlier, we had gotten a garbage sack of sand, bags and...
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A New Christmas Playlist Even Teenagers Will Like
There are moments in parenting when you wonder how a certain child ever came from your DNA. One of mine happened when my oldest, at 7 years old, announced, “I HATE CHRISTMAS MUSIC. CHANGE THE...
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Best Lights Award
During the Christmas season, we enjoy doing a few simple traditions that bring joy to others in small ways. Over the past few years, taking a walk around our neighborhood and doling out a few “Best...
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3 Ingredient, 5 Minute Tomato Basil Soup (Crockpot or Stove Top)
I have a new recipe that will save you on those crazy dinner nights, and I know your whole family will LOVE it! It is creamy and comforting and works for even the pickiest eaters. It tastes great as...
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School Mental Health Week: Spread Sunshine (Middle, Junior, and High School)
This past week I was in charge of our high school’s mental health week. Whenever I volunteer for something, I like to be sure that our money and time are not being wasted, and it is something the kids...
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A Family Valentine Quiz
If you are celebrating the day of love at home this year, here are a few ideas to mix things up a bit! TAKE A FAMILY VALENTINE’S QUIZ This was such a fun way to help our kids get to know us before we...
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Easter Basket Ideas for Teen Boys
I go back and forth on Easter baskets. Sometimes we do something fun in there, and other times it is mostly just candy! If I do purchase anything, I like it to be useful, and it is kind of fun to...
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The Best Easter Basket Ideas for Teen Girls
I rarely do girl’s lists over here, but so many have been asking for unique ideas for your teen girls that I thought I would give it a try. So, we are testing the water with a few fun ideas for girl...
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The Best Outdoor Games and Toys for Families
With the weather warming up, there is nothing more fun than spending time with family and friends outside. Here are some of the outdoor games and activities our family has loved. If you are looking...
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Vacationing in Maui, Hawaii with Kids
Our family just returned from Maui and it felt like a dream come true. I could not have asked for a more glorious trip. Many of you wanted all the details, so I am happy to share them with you, but a...
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Best Gifts for Moms
It’s that time of year again, when we try to find something to let our moms know how much they mean to us! In all honesty, a kind and grateful note are always the favorites, but if you are looking for...
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God Loves Variety
One of my favorite pieces of advice recently was to be gentle with ourselves and gentle with each other. We are all so different. One woman feels change is happening too fast while another is sure it...
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If This School Year Isn’t What You Hoped it Would Be….
It’s that time of year. Your feed is full of kids winning elections, going to prom, making teams, collecting awards, opening mission calls & heading off to dream schools surrounded by the “Best...
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