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August: The Sunday of Summer and a Time for Gratitude
There’s a phrase that circulates among educators every year:“August is the Sunday of summer.” It’s so true. As the school year begins to loom, I find myself caught in a familiar emotional tug-of-war.…
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10 Father’s Day Gifts Busy Moms Can Feel Good About Gifting
Father’s Day has a way of sneaking up on us, doesn’t it? But whether you’re shopping for your own dad or the father of your children, the pressure is on to find a…
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Smashburger Bar
Cheeseburgers are always a crowd-pleaser in our house. But let’s be honest—they can get a little boring for the grown-ups. That’s why we’ve started doing a biweekly Smashburger Bar, and it’s been a…
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Top Teacher Appreciation Gifts Under $15 – Perfect for the End of the Year
Time flies. Last night I sat at my dining room table with my family and in-laws, and we played a few funny videos of the kids when they were younger. It took my…
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Quick and Easy: 5 Minimalist Tops for Working Moms
Real talk: I used to shop exclusively secondhand and organic. Thrift store hunts were part of my routine, and I spent time researching brands—how they made their clothes, and what impact they had…
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Sneaky Healthy Snack: Peanut Butter Cookies
I’m always on a mission to get my kids to eat healthier. While nothing may ever top the excitement of Flaming Hot Cheetos (honestly, fair enough!), I still want to sneak in as…
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Mother’s Day Isn’t Easy for Everyone—And That’s Okay
When I was younger (and not yet a mom), I imagined Mother’s Day would be filled with champagne brunches, sticky little fingers, and a deep, glowing joy as I looked around at the…
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How to Stay Motivated to Workout as a Busy Mom
I used to be fit. Not running marathons or lifting big weights or winning soccer tournaments, but before I had kids I invested in a personal trainer with my girlfriends. He was TOUGH!!…
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Easy Weeknight Recipe: Chicken Tortilla Soup
I mentioned in an earlier post how much I love trying new recipes; however, with work and parenting and life, it’s hard for me to find time and energy. I’ll explain more about…
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Decision-making Fatigue- The Struggle is Real
(Please note- as an Amazon Affiliate I can earn from qualifying purchases. I will not suggest products that I don’t recommend.) 10 Tips to Reduce Decision-Making Fatigue for Busy Working Moms Last week,…
