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Under the Whispering Door Book Club Discussion

December 3, 2021 By Meredith 12 Comments

We're so excited to have you join our Somewhere Beyond the Sea book club discussion! And make sure to check out our next book pick and chime in on the book club discussion questions! And pssst...there's a FREE book up for grabs!

December is here, friends, and all the Christmas frenzy with it. It’s such a bright, fun season, but we know it’s not its dose of stress. And you know what Carrie and I are going to recommend as the perfect way to beat holiday stress–cozy up with a good read! I love falling into sweet […]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Reading

The Perfect Hershey Weekend for Your Family

December 2, 2021 By Meredith 2 Comments

Looking to plan a Hershey weekend? all the how-to you need here! Grab your calendar and get ready to roll!

Thank you to Hersheypark for sponsoring this post so I can fill you in on how to plan the perfect Hershey weekend in for your family. All opinions are 100% my own. One of my family’s absolute favorite places to visit is Hershey, PA. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a repeat fan, Hershey, […]

Filed Under: Local Travel, Vacations

The 3 Best Tips To Fill A New House When You’ve Upsized

November 30, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

upsizing your home

It is usually such a relief when you finally outgrow apartment living and move into a house. It can be because the family is growing, or because there was a house on the market for a price that you simply couldn’t pass up for its investment potential.  Whatever the reason for upsizing your home, there […]

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11 Homebody Gifts to Win Christmas

November 24, 2021 By Meredith 28 Comments

These 11 homebody gifts WIN! Perfect for the person on your Christmas list who likes staying home and getting cozy! I love them all, but I think the first idea is still my favorite :)

The items in this gift guide were sent to me for review, but please know here at Mom of the Year, we are committed to only ever sharing items with you that we have used and think are a great fit for moms and their families. We genuinely love all of these homebody gifts, and […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Gifts, Giveaway

5 Hersheypark Christmas Gift Ideas–PLUS a Ticket Giveaway!!

November 17, 2021 By Meredith 23 Comments

A Hersheypark Christmas gift is the perfect way to give smiles and fun to a loved one on your list! Get the how-to scoop HERE!

Thank you to Hersheypark for sponsoring this post so I can scoop you on the 5 Hersheypark Christmas Gift Ideas. All opinions remain 100% my own. Christmas season is ON at Hersheypark, and it’s so fun, friends! From the lights to the rides to the special yummy treats to the reindeer…it’s magical! There is no […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Giveaway, Local outings

Gift Card Giveaway for Christmas Shopping

November 11, 2021 By Meredith 6 Comments

Every year I team up with some other bloggers to give away a bunch of gift cards (you choose which store you want the card to be for if you win!) to help you kick off your holiday shopping on a budget-friendly foot. There's no catch--we all just pool our money and then ask that you follow us on our social media channels. The more channels you follow, the better your shot of winning is. So take a minute, follow along where you can and consider yourself entered for this gift card giveaway. Then take one more minute to laugh over these family Christmas jammies, and consider the Christmas season ON, friends!

Every year I team up with some other bloggers to give away a bunch of gift cards (you choose which store you want the card to be for if you win!) to help you kick off your holiday shopping on a budget-friendly foot. There’s no catch–we all just pool our money and then ask that […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Giveaway, Online Shopping

How to Create a Safe Backyard for Kids

November 9, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Creating a safe backyard for your kids is so important. Grab these 5 must-do tips to make sure it's a great place for all to play!

Outdoor play is extremely important for children. However, understandably, you may have some concerns about the safety of your backyard. There can be a lot of hazards, and you want to make sure that your children are free from harm. Luckily, there are some things you can do to keep accidents to a minimum. In […]

Filed Under: Homemaking, Toddler Playtime, Young Kids

Better Money Management For Busy Moms

November 7, 2021 By Meredith 2 Comments

money management tips

The average working mom spends 98 hours working every week, according to abc7. This time is split between working in a paid role and carrying out household duties, including cooking, cleaning, and looking after children. This, therefore, doesn’t leave much time to manage the household finances. But as research has found that parents have up to […]

Filed Under: Budgeting

Important Tasks To Maintain Your Home’s Plumbing System

November 6, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

home plumbing tasks

It’s no secret that home maintenance is imperative for all homeowners. Neglecting a home can lead to its gradual dilapidation, rendering your most valued asset worthless or a financial burden. And while most homeowners have a detailed home maintenance checklist, when it comes to plumbing, you will need to consider daily and weekly tasks instead […]

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Once There Were Wolves Book Club Discussion

November 5, 2021 By Meredith 13 Comments

We're so excited to have you join our Here One Moment book club discussion! And make sure to check out our next book pick and chime in on the book club discussion questions! And pssst...there's a FREE book up for grabs!

Thank you to Carrie for bringing our Once There Were Wolves book club discussion! Well, somehow November has shown up at our doors already, windswept and cool, enveloping us in its pumpkin spice and plaid scarves. I think most people love fall, or at least like it, and while one might argue that winter is […]

Filed Under: Book Club

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