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3 Decisions That Will Dramatically Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums

June 26, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

3 Decisions That Will Dramatically Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums

Home insurance is an essential expense for anyone that owns a property, even when buying your first home. Not only can this insurance protect your pocket from catastrophic disasters, but it will also payout in the event of a home break-in and a few other unfortunate instances. Some policies even cover the homeowners from personal […]

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6 Essentials to Your Baby’s Development

June 23, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Essentials to Your Baby's Development

Having a baby is probably the most stressful thing you’ll ever do. You’ll have countless sleepless nights wondering whether they’re okay, you’ll be watching their every move, and worrying whenever you’re not around. This is all perfectly natural because you love them, but how can you give yourself a little peace of mind that you’re […]

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Front Porch Refresh: Summer 2021 Style

June 14, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

A front porch refresh doesn't have to be complicated or expensive--check out the few simple switches we made!

Thank you to Wayfair for sponsoring this post so I can share our summer Front Porch Refresh. All opinions are 100% our own. Anyone else feel like this summer is a bit of a gift? Nothing like a year of shutting down life to boost appreciation for the chance to celebrate the outdoors, family, friends […]

Filed Under: DIY, Homemaking, Summer

Hour of the Witch Book Club Discussion

June 11, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

We're so excited to have you join our The Layover 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 this month’s Hour of the Witch Book Club discussion! She has an awesome #bibliophile Instragram account, by the way–definitely check it out and follow along with her reads! Chris Bohjalian has received a lot of press this year with his novel The Flight Attendant becoming a hit HBO Max […]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Reading

A Guide to Dealing with Your Emotions when Your Child is Starting Daycare

June 8, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Have a child starting daycare? Check these 4 smart ways to cope with your emotions. #3 is such a win!

We often think that our children starting daycare is a big emotional event for them. While this can be true, most children adjust to their new routine and environment quite quickly. In fact, a child starting daycare may have a more severe impact on their parents’ emotional health than on them. You may feel a […]

Filed Under: Preschool, School, Young Kids

9 Reasons You’ll Love Country Spirit USA 2021

June 7, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

I love this festival! Country Spirit USA 2021 is ON!! Come out with your family and kick back in the country music spirit!

Thank you to Country Spirit USA for sponsoring this post so I can fill you on the nine reasons you’ll love Country Spirit USA 2021. All opinions remain 100% my own. It is ON, friends!! Country Spirit USA is again touching down in our neck of the woods this summer. After a year off with […]

Filed Under: Local outings, Local Travel

Hersheypark Trivia 2021 FTW!

May 31, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Grab this Hersheypark trivia just in time to make a visit to The Sweestest Spot on Earth this summer! You'll wow the crowd with what you know!

Thank you to Hersheypark for sponsoring this post so I can share this fun Hersheypark trivia quiz as we kick off the Summer 2021 season! All opinions are 100% my own. Friends! We now have a slice of returning to “normal life” and there’s no more fitting place to do it than Hersheypark. I have […]

Filed Under: Hersheypark, Local Travel, Vacations

Fun to Table at The Chocolatier Restaurant at Hersheypark!

May 29, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

The Chocolatier restaurant at Hersheypark is a true FUN to to table experience that will delight and wow your family! Check here for the inside scoop on what to order!

Thank you to Hersheypark for sponsoring this post so I can fill you on their brand-new The Chocolatier restaurant. All opinions are 100% my own. This week I had the fantastic delight of visiting Hersheypark’s premier new The Chocolatier restaurant. What a fun day!! Friends, I can’t describe the joy of seeing people out and […]

Filed Under: Hersheypark, Local Travel, Vacations

How to Know if You’re Ready to Buy Your First Home

May 19, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Knowing when it's time to buy your first home is TRICKY! This guide helps so very much--check it out and take a breath!

Buying a home is on many people’s lists for their future. It’s a goal that many people strive for and one that can bring you comfort and stability. However, buying a home is a big decision that involves financial commitment, living in one place for an extended amount of time, and serious planning.  Do you […]

Filed Under: Homemaking, Organization

7 Steps to Buying Your First Home

May 19, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Buying your first home is a BIG deal! It can be overwhelming, but these 7 steps break it down and make it an easy-to-follow process! Use this tool!

Buying your first home might be an exciting experience, but it can also be an overwhelming process. From applying for a mortgage to making an offer on a home, the whole process can be confusing. Here are the 7 steps you need to take when buying your first home to make this big step a […]

Filed Under: Budgeting, Homemaking

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