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4 Backyard Projects You Can Handle Yourself

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Looking for some backyard inspiration?! Check out these four awesome DIY backyard projects that you can start this weekend. It’s beautiful weather outside! The sunshine hours are stretched to their max, and you could really use some fresh air. So what’s stopping you from doing a yard project to beautify your home and make it more fun to be outside with your ... Continue Reading...

Twix Ice Cream (No Churn!)

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No-churn homemade Twix Ice Cream is easy to make and packed with the chocolate and caramel flavors of Twix bars. Who doesn’t love Twix candy bars? With creamy chocolate, gooey caramel, and crisp cookie, they are truly one of the best candy bars out there. In fact, they are my husband's absolute favorite! But, what if you could enjoy that delicious Twix ... Continue Reading...

Magical Unicorn Cheesecake

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This unicorn cheesecake not only looks magical, but it tastes magical too. This funfetti-cheesecake combo is the perfect cake for a unicorn themed party! If you are looking for the perfect cake for the unicorn-lover in your life, look no further. Slumber parties, birthday parties, girls’ night in – it doesn’t matter, this unicorn themed dessert is going to ... Continue Reading...

5 Great Ways to Make Moving with Kids Easier

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Moving with kids can seem daunting, but there are a number of things that you can do to make the transition smoother and easier on them. As our families grow, many of us move to bigger spaces and family-friendly areas. However, that also means moving our children into a new area, an experience which can be really stressful… for both parties! As parents, ... Continue Reading...

Strawberry Lemonade Jello Shots with Vodka

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These fun strawberry lemonade jello shots are made with vodka and served in lemon wedges. How fun are these strawberry lemonade jello shots?! These tasty shots are perfect for serving at all your summer parties and backyard barbecues. Tell me that these jello shots don't look amazing?! Although it may look like you need wicked kitchen skills to ... Continue Reading...

Easy Caprese Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella

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This post is sponsored by Stella® but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Made with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil; and tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette, this Caprese Pasta Salad recipe makes the perfect summer side dish. It is quick and easy to make, and great for barbecues, potlucks, or an easy summer lunch. Now that summer has ... Continue Reading...

Simple Ways to Save Money on Laundry

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You may not realize it, but doing laundry isn't cheap. Luckily, there are some things you can do to save some cash. Check out these 9 simple ways to save money on laundry. Ask any Mom and she will tell you that laundry is by far one of her largest household battles, and most likely, one of her largest household costs. Not only must you pay for the water ... Continue Reading...

4th of July Red White and Blue Fudge

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A patriotic red white and blue fudge recipe perfect for Flag Day or the 4th of July. This easy marshmallow creme fudge recipe is made using evaporated milk, white chocolate chips, sugar, butter, and food coloring. Who doesn't love fudge? I think fudge is basically the ultimate treat when it comes to indulging my sweet tooth! Today I have a sweet and ... Continue Reading...

What Parents Need to Know About the Danger of Antibiotic Resistance

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This is a post prepared under a contract funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and written on behalf of the Mom It Forward Influencer Network for use in CDC’s Be Antibiotics Aware educational effort. Opinions on this blog are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of CDC. This little guy is my son Nathaniel. He is my ... Continue Reading...

3 Kid-Friendly Recipe Ideas to Get The Kids In The Kitchen

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There are many benefits of cooking with kids. So, why not invite your children into the kitchen to make these 3 kid-friendly recipes?! When’s the last time you had some help in the kitchen? If you’re like most of us, it’s probably been a while. Now, when you hear my suggestion that you invite your children to come pitch in with dinner prep, you’re probably ... Continue Reading...

What I Am Carrying in My Diaper Bag This Summer

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This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks. Instead of lugging my diaper bag and my handbag around this summer, I decided to combine the two. Read on for a little peek at what's inside my summer diaper bag and find out why Always® Radiant pads are my new summer must-have. I don't know about you, but I am super excited for the start of summer. This will be my ... Continue Reading...

Old Fashioned Potato Salad

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Creamy, old fashioned potato salad is the perfect side dish to serve at potlucks and summer barbecues. What would a summer barbecue be without a big bowl of old fashioned potato salad? This classic potato salad is one of the easiest side dishes that you can make for a summer party. Best of all, because it uses the same ingredients as macaroni salad, you can ... Continue Reading...

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