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March 31, 2017

March 2017 Must-Reads

little-deaths I think I am setting a record for most pages read this month thanks, in part, to my commitment to give up social media and email checking after 5PM for Lent.  This month I managed to consume 11 (!!) books to share with you today for our March Must-Reads list. As always, I like a little […]
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Published on March 31, 2017 03:30

March 29, 2017

Amy’s Notebook 03.29.17

string-wrapped-jars source: design mom I adore this string wrapped jar display. So pretty! I don’t know if it is an age thing, but this article really resonated with me this week. 6 Kitchn editors tried Whole30 and share their results. I loved reading this piece on limitations. I set a lot on myself and find comfort […]
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Published on March 29, 2017 04:00

March 28, 2017

Teaching Kids the Importance of Failure

teaching-kids-importance-of-failure (2) From our Parenting Contributor, Kristina Grum, from Thriving Parents. Failure is a funny thing.  As adults, we hate to fail.   Our mistakes look bigger than they really are.   We think about our mistakes much longer than necessary.   We replay situations and think about what we should have done instead. When it comes to […]
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Published on March 28, 2017 04:00

March 27, 2017

DIY Pom Pom Bunnies Craft

pom-pom-bunny-crafts-1 This post was created in partnership with Mirum Shopper. Thank you for supporting the companies that support our site!  Today I’m partnering up with Dannon® Danimals® Smoothies and creating the cutest craft to celebrate spring! We are making diy pom pom bunnies from a few common items you have in your craft supplies and recycling […]
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Published on March 27, 2017 06:09

Small-Budget Crushes 03.27.17

clutch-bag reed garden top (use code CYBER50 for 50% off & free shipping today only!) should I wash my hair today print blush tote unicorn knitting kit tassel earrings (I got these and they are SO CUTE! Not too big!) mock neck lace swing blouse (I have it and it is SO CUTE! True to size!) […]
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Published on March 27, 2017 04:00

March 22, 2017

Amy’s Notebook 03.22.17

JENNY-STUDIO2-copy-1 source: two peas and their pod These honey lime salmon tacos look like a Friday night winner! What a beautiful gift to share- I definitely want to participate in this #feedingabrokenheart challenge! Have your kids caught the slime bug too? Here are 14 slime recipes you can mix up! I’ve been listening to this book […]
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Published on March 22, 2017 08:07

March 20, 2017

Small-Budget Crushes 03.20.17

aldi-quarter-holder aldi quarter holder (GENIUS!) bardot midi dress knitting bag golden girls forever book gilded garden top reversible seat cushions (just got these and they are AMAZING!! SO CUSHY!) co-sleeping art print vinyl separators a-line utility skirt (use coupon code SPRING for 40% off) thanks a flocking lot card set memory foam slip-on sneakers greer plans […]
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Published on March 20, 2017 04:00

March 19, 2017

Sundays With Writers: Exit, Pursued by a Bear by E.K. Johnston

Exit-Pursued-By-a-Bear I’m so excited to be sharing my Sunday with E.K. Johnston today to discuss her incredible book, “Exit, Pursued by a Bear.“  The MomAdvice Book Club will be tackling this in our April discussion so I am hoping today’s interview will encourage you to pick it up and join us for a great discussion about this beautiful […]
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Published on March 19, 2017 04:00

March 17, 2017

6 Happiness Strategies for a More Creative and Interesting Life

happiness-techniques-for-creative-interesting-life I invited my parents over for dinner one evening and my mom asked what our family had been up to that week. I shared a bit about a show that we caught at the local theater, how we attended an art gallery event for a friend, the adventure of taking our kids out (with success) to try a […]
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Published on March 17, 2017 04:29

March 15, 2017

Amy’s Notebook 03.15.17

Guinness-Beef-Stew-Recipe-1 source: sugar bee crafts Tour this colorful craft room. Love these craft storage ideas! Ack! This made me cry. I am finding this stage to be a hard one to navigate in my life. I hope it helps to know you aren’t alone. Speaking of FEELINGS, I am on my second week with these supplements […]
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Published on March 15, 2017 05:45