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43 Useful Items to Carry While Traveling
Hi Everyone! Here is a list of items I have compiled after years of traveling mishaps and now always carry in my purse and highly recommend for all traveling moms (those with babies and toddlers will have many more items to add!): Bandaids Antibacterial Ointment – like Polysporin Antibacterial Wipes and/or gel Tissues Small Swiss Army Knife – so useful! Comes with a small blade, scissors, tweezers, nail file, tiny screwdriver, and toothpick (make sure to put into checked baggage on flights!) Tape – you can find a mini roll or regular size that will be very useful! I promise! Nail file – if don’t have a Swiss army knife…
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Saving for College Made Easy by ScholarShare College Plan
In my early thirties I probably read through about every investment book I could get my hands on. The Automatic Millionaire by David Bach and The Millionaire Next Door by Stanley and Danko are some of my favorites because they taught me that making money and having financial freedom is something that can be done – by just about anyone – with diligence and consistency. I was, and still am interested in maximizing the money earned by my family because for me, money represents freedom. Freedom to live the life you want. I’ve come to a point in my life where I don’t want the expensive designer clothes (unless I get them at a…
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Dwell :: Tween Bedroom Décor Ideas
How in the world is it possible my little one is turning nine this summer?! It truly goes by too fast! We are working on our list of fun ideas to do over the summer break and one of these include redoing her bedroom. So off I went to look for décor ideas that won’t break the bank but would update her bedroom. Hope you enjoy these ideas! I’ll keep you posted on our redo. Mix and Match: Besides that adorable rug, I really like this room because they mixed in funky bedside table alongside the white bed. I love the look of a room that has a mix of furniture…
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Gardening :: Growing Baby Succulents
Succulents just might be my all-time favorite plant! Some reasons include the fact that they don’t need a lot of attention or water. In fact, they tend to do better if you just leave them alone! Now that is an easy plant to have around. But I can’t help but admire when a new flower comes out of a succulent I’ve had for awhile that I didn’t even know flowered! That is always a nice surprise. Which brings me to something I want to share with you lovely dandelion moms and dads – you can grow a baby succulent – without any soil! I found this out…
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DIY Antique Photo Shelf
Today’s post is sponsored by MyPrintly from HP Inc. and Mom Select You might have heard about HP’s new site, My Printly.com which offers an exciting array of DIY projects, ideas and tools. Many moms have been visiting the site for crafts and printing solutions, from party décor to suggestions for turning your photos into cherished keepsakes. I was asked to participate and create a fun DIY craft using the HP’s new line of paper that can be personalized for any occasions. They offer personalized paper with rounded edges (great for special occasions), regular square edges and my new favorite, the Polaroid-inspired sheets. I decided to create an easy DIY…
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7 Craft and Gift Ideas Featuring the Lovely Dandelion
It’s no secret that I adore dandelions! It’s hard for me to resist walking by one and not pick it up and make a wish. What about you? For me, they represent childhood, dreams and and I can only imagine all the wishes they have helped grant! Here are some simple craft ideas using dandelions that you can try out. Many of these crafts could be given as a gift such as the jar of wishes or the dandelion pillow. Enjoy! Make a Wish: What a fun idea! Collect dandelions on your next nature walk and put them in a jar to enjoy. And next time you want to make…
