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A Natural Home with a Purpose

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Thank you to Simply Earth for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on their products and natural home living with a purpose. All opinions are 100% my own. We mamas all try for the best for our kiddos, and nurturing a healthy environment in which they can grow, play and learn is […]

Boho Patio Party is on this Summer!

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Thank you to Wayfair for sponsoring this post, so I could share my ideas for how bring a boho patio party to your space this summer! It’s no surprise I gravitate towards all things boho. It’s a relaxed style, it’s easy, it’s kick-back…basically the polar opposite of my hectic mom day-to-day (especially come May–oof!!), so […]

Inside Scoop on Hersheypark’s New Reese’s Cupfusion Ride and Ticket Giveaway!

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Thank you to Hersheypark for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on their super-cool new, interactive gaming ride, Reese’s Cupfusion AND giveaway a 4-pack of tickets to the park! All opinions are entirely my own. It’s no secret we are HUGE Hersheypark fans around here! I was raised with season park passes […]

9 Considerations for Legoland Accommodations: Hotel vs. Beach Retreat

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Planning a visit to Legoland? Yay! This is hands-down our family’s favorite vacation destination! We love every bit of it–from the too-creative amusement park, delightful themed accommodations, parent-friendly evening entertainment, and much-beloved LEGO-everything!! Count us in 🙂 Considering a trip to Legoland yourself? Here are the ins and outs of Legoland accommodations: the Hotel vs. […]

The Island of Sea Women Book Club Discussion

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It is May! Dude, parents, I KNOW it’s a rough go, but…the end is in sight, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. I love all things summer, especially kicking back with a delicious read. And friends, if you haven’t made your summer reading list yet, you’re going to want to make sure this is on […]

When It Works

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Four years ago, we unknowingly launched ourselves into a foreign world–a world of IEPs, learning support, a tremendous vernacular, and, above all, unprecedented support and kindness. Four years ago, we learned we had a child on the Spectrum. I know our story is unlike those of many. I know how very blessed we are to […]

A Gift for YOU, Mom!

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Dude, moms, I am just going to call it–I am wiped. I’ll bet more than a few of you are in my boat 😉 As we near the end of the school year, many of a white flag of surrender waves on as we crush on the lightness of summer and its freedom. Until we […]