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Madame Alexander Dolls Encourage Creative Independent Summer Play for Kids

Madame Alexander Dolls Encourage Creative Independent Summer Play for Kids
Disclosure: This sponsored post was created in partnership with Madame Alexander. We received complimentary products in exchange for this review. All opinions expressed are my own and reflect my honest experience with the products.Summer is the perfect time for kids to slow down, get creative, and rediscover the joy of imaginative play. While summer schedules can fill up quickly with activities a…
Why Every Gardener Should Grow a Cut Flower Garden

Why Every Gardener Should Grow a Cut Flower Garden

If you've been following along with my gardening adventures this year, you know that I've dedicated a good portion of my garden to flowers grown specifically for cutting. There's somethin…
We're Going to a Bucket List Concert!

We're Going to a Bucket List Concert!

I am so stoked! Hubby and I are headed to a bucket list concert in August, and I can barely contain my excitement. We've waited years (and I do mean years... we're talkin' 23+) to see thi…
Don't Harvest Too Soon! Insider Tips for Picking Garden Vegetables at Their Peak

Don't Harvest Too Soon! Insider Tips for Picking Garden Vegetables at Their Peak

One of the most common questions I hear from new gardeners is, "How do I know when it's time to harvest?" After all, there's nothing more disappointing than picking vegetables too ea…
Slow Sundays: The Beauty of Doing Less

Slow Sundays: The Beauty of Doing Less

After the excitement of the holiday weekend, today offers us a chance to slow down, catch our breath, and prepare for the week ahead. We had some crazy storms to end the evening and traveling will no…
Garden Memories

Garden Memories

I stepped out into the garden this morning and found myself smiling at our green bean plants. This is the very first year we've grown green beans in our garden, and I'm delighted that they…
Give Your Hardworking Summer Feet the Break They Deserve with Formulary 55

Give Your Hardworking Summer Feet the Break They Deserve with Formulary 55

Fort Fisher: Where History & Recreation Meet Together

Fort Fisher: Where History & Recreation Meet Together

Once known as Federal Point, this isolated tip of Pleasure Island was home to few people, lots of natural wildlife, little resources, and a harsh winter that was difficult for the population that liv…
A Mother's Love Doesn't Have an Expiration Date

A Mother's Love Doesn't Have an Expiration Date

People often say that motherhood gets easier as your children grow up. I'm not sure that's true. The sleepless nights may eventually fade, and you may no longer be packing lunches or helping …
Father's Day: Celebrating the Men Who Show Up

Father's Day: Celebrating the Men Who Show Up

Father's Day is more than a date on the calendar. It's a chance to recognize the men who have helped shape our lives through their love, guidance, strength, and support. To the men that raise…
Celebrate National Ice Cream Soda Day: The Ultimate Summer Classic

Celebrate National Ice Cream Soda Day: The Ultimate Summer Classic

Summer is officially in full swing, and what better way to beat the heat than with a frosty, fizzy, and creamy treat? If you need the perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth this week, look no fur…