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PEEP Nest Easter Cookies

PEEP Nest Easter Cookies

I wanted to do some sort of Easter craft with my son.  I had been brainstorming and brainstorming until I saw a PEEPS ad somewhere in my Instagram feed of something similar to this.  So, first things first, this idea is totally taken from that! However, it made a fantastic project for us and a tasty one as well.  These… Read More

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Helping Kids Declutter and Clean

Helping Kids Declutter and Clean

Have you ever focused on helping your kids declutter their own toys, books, or games?  When it comes to decluttering and purging your kids’ room, that can be hard for anyone, particularly children.  It’s hard to get rid of toys, even if they are something they’ve outgrown.  Just as adults, they become attached, they find sentimental reasons to hold on,… Read More

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Ten Things to Pack on an Amusement Park Trip

Ten Things to Pack on an Amusement Park Trip

Here’s a list of things to things to pack on an amusement park trip!  Don’t get stuck without these essential amusement park items! Last spring, my friends and I took a little road trip to Kings Island, an amusement park that is about 1 1/2 hours away.  When we left, I was sunburnt, had soggy wet socks, and was exhausted…. Read More

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Cub Scout Camping Coloring Page

Cub Scout Camping Coloring Page

Here’s a great camping themed coloring page for your Cub Scout! This weekend is the Cub Scout overnight lock in.  We are always searching for things to keep the scouts busy and entertained!  Especially on long trips or stays such as this one.  Outside events are easier because they can play sports, hike, and other outdoor activities, but inside on… Read More

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10 Ways to Restore Mentally and Physically

10 Ways to Restore Mentally and Physically

There are so many benefits to practicing self care. Here are ten ways to help restore your physical and mental health! Last week was one of the LONGEST weeks.  You know those weeks? Where on Tuesday morning, you kind of pinch yourself and say “is it really only Tuesday?”   It was just physically and mentally draining. These weeks happen,… Read More

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DIY: Hot Chocolate Spoons

DIY: Hot Chocolate Spoons

These hot chocolate spoons are the perfect DIY homemade gifts! They are simple, fun to make, and fun to give! Make great Christmas gifts and even great Valentine’s Day gifts! After our cookie decorating party, my friends and I got the DIY bug! We decided to make hot chocolate spoons. These spoons are easy to make and make a great… Read More

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Free Heart Template Printables –  Hearts You Can Print!

Free Heart Template Printables – Hearts You Can Print!

These free heart template printables of different size hearts make awesome templates to use for several different crafts!  Great for your DIY needs! Valentine’s Day is coming up, and these free heart template printables will be the perfect stencil for your homemade gift. I love the sentiment of showing your loved ones how much you care. I prefer the sweet… Read More

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Host a Christmas Cookie Decorating Party

Host a Christmas Cookie Decorating Party

All of my friends know I’m cookie crazy.  If I can find an excuse to make a Christmas cookie, I will.  So, this year I hosted a first annual Christmas cookie decorating party for a few of my friends.  It was a ton of fun, quite a success, and we will be doing this every Christmas!!  I think a holiday… Read More

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9 Great Tips for You and Your Child to Avoid Colds and Flu This Winter

9 Great Tips for You and Your Child to Avoid Colds and Flu This Winter

It’s officially winter. That means it’s cold and flu season. No one enjoys being down with these viruses and there are no perfect ways to prevent illness.  However, there are ways to avoid getting the cold and flu virus this season.  You can implement these ideas with your children to help them from getting sick this season, as well!  (Disclaimer:  Never… Read More

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Write to Santa and Get a Reply + A Free Santa Letter Printable

Write to Santa and Get a Reply + A Free Santa Letter Printable

  Yes, there is a Santa Claus! November is here, and it’s time for the kids to start writing their letters to Santa.  The USPS has a Letters from Santa program! Check it out to see how to send your child’s letter to Santa and when it should be sent. A letter to Santa starts the excitement of Christmas for… Read More

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Finished Mexican Spice Sandwich cookies with Dulce de Leche filling. And I made the filling in the instant pot. #instantpotrecipes #instantpot #instantpotlove #instantpotdulcedeleche #cookies #mexicancookies #baking #ilovecookies

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Mexican spice cookies. You eat the cookie and taste chocolate until the end when you get a nice kick of warmth from cayenne. More to come.... #cookiesofinstagram #cookies #baking #cayenne

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Who needs ornaments? We have live decorations. 😹 #catsofinstagram #cats_of_instagram #cat #catlovers #catstagram #blackcat #blackcatsofinstagram #christmasdecor #christmasdecorations #christmasornaments #christmasornaments2019 #christmastreedecoration #christmastree

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Will and I finished the succulent garden @wiltonbrands - and it turned out ok even though a cookie was broken. We glued it together with icing and put it in the back.  He liked the fondant and said it was basically play doh you can eat. He was also surprisingly good at molding the fondant.  #fondant #wiltoncakes #tasty #newbakerintown #cookiedecorating #cookies

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Will and I bought this kit to have a little fun with fondant (never used it) and sadly it was already broken in the box.  Which is leading to difficult assembly.  #fondant #succulents

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We had a case of the Mondays so we had a date. I wish I could say I had more than 2 bites of this monster cookie. 😂 #mondaymood

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It is the time of year for stuffy noses and coughs! Fortunately, there are products that are a natural solution for symptom relief when your child (or even YOU for that matter) aren’t feeling the best! 🤒
I picked up this @oilogiccare at Meijer in the baby section. I have been fighting a cold and even plan to soak with it myself!
They have made it easy for moms to use natural essential oils. It’s pediatrician and dermatologist tested, Parent Tested, and a Parent Approved winner!
😊 Save The Day The Natural Way!
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Thanksgiving a little early at my moms 🍗❤️ #thanksgiving #family

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Happy Birthday Mickey! Couldn’t have celebrated my own 40th with anyone better than @cassandragroce and you and Minnie! #disneyworld #mickeyandminnie #disney

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My child has had 3. Good thing I made extra 🤦🏼‍♀️ #baking #cupcakes #buttercream

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Just over here getting my grocery list together... Kroger Grocery Pickup has waived the fee on orders over $35 until Christmas! #kroger #krogercouponing #krogering #grocerypickup #mealplanning #groceryshopping #grocerypickup #krogergrocerypickup

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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer. ❤️ Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food—because all they should worry about is helping their child live.
It will cost approximately $1 billion to operate St. Jude this year and the majority of that must come from generous donors.
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Join in supporting @stjude when you purchase the St. Jude Meal Deal, including a $1 donation to St. Jude, or donate at checkout on dominos.com! 
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Check out the link in bio to donate directly to St. Jude!
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This is a mosaic from the Royal Palace on the Disney Fantasy. I took it because Snow White is my favorite princess. ❤️ She holds one of my best memories - my first movie theatre experience. I think I was 6. I wanted to BE Snow White. Not because of the prince. I wanted to be able to talk to all the animals and be their best friend. 🦋 It was only fitting the first thing I watched on Disney + was Snow White. 👑 
What did you watch on Disney + first? 
#disneyplus #disney #snowwhite #snowwhiteandthesevendwarfs #disneycruise #disneyfantasy #disneyfantasycruise #disneycruiseline

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The red charger plate really makes the holly berry themed dinnerware center stage! 🌲 A darling ornament makes a beautiful final touch! Everything pictured is from @dollartree !
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Visit your nearest Dollar Tree to find festive dinnerware decor. Click the link in my bio to shop all products!
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Recreated the Texas Sunrise drink I learned to make in mixology class on the Disney Fantasy.🍹
1 1/2 ounces of vodka☀️
passion fruit juice🍍🥭
Grenadine 🛥
Serve over ice 🚢
 #mixology #travelblogger #disneyfantasycruise #fantasycruise #disneycruise #disneyfantasy #disneycruiselines #disneycruises #vodkadrinks

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It’s time for the holiday parties to start happening! Need an easy dip recipe? You can never go wrong with Million Dollar Dip! #linkinbio #recipes #easyrecipes #dip #food #appetizers #appetizer #lifestyleblogger #party #partyideas #partyfood #partyfoodideas #partyfoodidea #party #cheesedip

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We splurged and had the champagne brunch at Remy while I’m the Fantasy. It was out of this world amazing. First time for caviar and I wasn’t disappointed. And the bread.... oh the bread.  #remy #remybrunch #champagne🍾 #champagnebrunch #disneycruise #disneyfantasy #disney #disneycruisefantasy #brunch

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I ran into a friend on the ship and got a selfie!!! #disneycruise #disneyfantasy #familytravel #halloweenonthehighseas #disneyfantasycruise #fantasycruiseship #disnerd #stitch #disney

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Beautiful rainbow as we left Castaway yesterday 🌈 #rainbow🌈 #rainbow #castawaycay #disneycastawaycay #disneycruise #disneyfantasy #disneyfantasycruise

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I’m ready to turn around and get back on!  Until next time Fantasy.... #disneyfantasy #disneycruise #disney #disnerd #fantasycruise #disneyfantasycruise #castawaycay


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