The time has come, friends. My 9-year-old is asking for a pet that can be his and his alone. Not just any pet though, a gecko. I should have seen this coming as he has been so responsible with his beta fish, feeds and cleans up after the dogs, and always does his chores. My […]
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The Eden Test Book Club Discussion
Summer!! Friends, it's here. And you know in these book-loving parts, summer = lots and lots of summer reading! What books are on your list? What sweet reads is your travel bag crushing on? Let us know because Carrie and I LOVE scoping out all the hot reads of the season. We're excited you're here and please join us for this month's The Eden Test book club discussion--it was quite the juicy read!The Eden Test Book ClubThe Eden Test's title alone drew us to this new release by Adam Sternbergh. Beyond the title's hint of marital seduction and exploration, the ...
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As a new parent, creating a nursery for your baby can be both an enjoyable and daunting task. It's easy to get overwhelmed, especially as you prepare for all of the new changes!One thing to keep in mind is that your baby will grow. This means, that the nursery should adapt and change to suit their individual needs.In this article, we will discuss how to create a space that not only looks great but can also transform over time. This means you won't have to completely redo the room after just a few years!Interested in learning more? Let's get started!5 ...
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Proper garden care is something that every gardener should strive for. It will increase the longevity and quality of all of your plants, vegetables, and fruits. Depending on what you plant, you need to think about how much sun your plants need, if you need to provide cold weather plant protection, and how much water is needed. Otherwise, your garden will struggle and suffer, no matter what you do. If you want your beautiful flowers and wonderful crops to be able to survive the changing seasons, then it is important that you learn the ways of your garden and understand ...
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