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Sweet summertime is here! If you're a list maker like me you like to make lists and you love the satisfaction of crossing each "to do" off the list. Most lists are made of things to do that aren't...
“Necessity is the Mother of invention.” Most people have heard this quote from Plato before, but it has become my theme over the past 10 years. Why? Well, I’ll get to that in a moment. First, let me tell...
According to the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project there were six drownings in Michigan by April 15, 2018. The state of Michigan says drowning is the leading cause of death for children in our state. As a former lifeguard and...
Does anyone else feel like this summer is just flying by?  Seriously?  It is JULY!  Already!  There is a lot going on so grab your calendars and let's get marking! July 1 - 7 July 2nd - Summer's were meant for...
Holiday time for those with certain dietary restrictions can be a bust! Especially when you look over on the dessert table. Being Gluten and Dairy Free has had its challenges, but I love a challenge! I love showing people...
Up until we left for our road trip to New England, I thought we’d planned things out pretty well. We would spend two days in Vermont visiting friends, two days in Boston doing all of the things that we...
I crave a quiet moment. The kids content, no one needs anything, just a minute. Please. My soul aches for it. I know I'm not alone. There are funny memes of moms sneaking into the pantry for a snack, just...
Dearest "Baby" Brothers, I'll start by saying how incredibly proud I am of both of you. You are both such amazing, kind-hearted {young} men. You both have taught me so much since you came into my world; one of you...
Last month my husband and family rocked it out of the park for Mother’s Day. The weekend included all of my favorite things {not in any order of importance}: naps, snuggles, wine, family time and reading. My husband took the...

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