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How to Clean Out Old Candle Jars

April 11 by Amy Leave a Comment

label peeling off an old candle jar

Learn how to clean out old candle jars and remove old wax to repurpose for craft projects or DIY storage containers! I LOVE the Bath and Body Works candles. Not only do they smell great and disguise the stench of stinky dog, but they also come in the cutest glass candle jars. Old candle jars…

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Filed Under: Decor and DIY, For the Home

Mom Bucks – Awesome Printable Reward Coupons for Kids!

April 9 by Amy Leave a Comment

printable mom bucks reward coupons

Need an easy reward system for kids? Pass out these printable Mom Bucks when kids complete their chores, do well on Spelling tests, or help around the house! I’m a last-minute, procrastinate ’til the end kind of Mom. Case in point, last Easter I realized the night before that I had only bought two measly…

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Filed Under: Family, Parenting

Make a Chore Chart You Can Stick With – Avoid these 8 Mistakes!

April 8 by Amy Leave a Comment

chalkboard that says 8 reasons why your chore chart isn't working

If your family chore chart is just a waste of space on your fridge, then read this! Here are 8 common reasons why your chart isn’t working for you, and how to make a chore chart that you’ll actually use. Most families struggle with chores. Kids don’t like doing them any more than we do…

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Filed Under: Cleaning and Organizing, Family, For the Home, Parenting

50+ Spring Bucket List Ideas Your Family Will LOVE!

April 5 by Amy Leave a Comment

spring bucket list printables

Looking for things to do this Spring? Use these fun family-friendly activity ideas to make your own Spring Bucket List! And grab the free printable bucket list to get started! Spring is finally here! The weather is starting to warm up, and we’re starting to slowly venture out of the house and enjoy the sunshine….

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Filed Under: Easter, Family, Holidays, Parenting

How to Raise the Nice Kid in a World of Mean Girls

March 30 by Amy 9 Comments

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Learn how to raise kind kids with these easy parenting tips! Updated: March 30, 2021 Raising kids is tough.  Raising kind kids is even harder.  Especially in today’s world, filled with social media, YouTube, and video games.  Kids can be bombarded with examples of mean behavior, and after so much exposure to it, they can…

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Filed Under: Family, Parenting

65 Ways to Save Money This Month (the BEST Frugal Living Tips!)

March 29 by Amy Leave a Comment

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Looking for ways to save money this month? Here are some of the best frugal living tips to help you spend less! My parents used to always tell me, “Money doesn’t grow on trees”, and while I didn’t quite understand that when I was younger and the only thing that mattered was having the “cool”…

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Filed Under: Money, Spend Less

The Only List of Meals for Dinner You Will Ever Need (Free Printable!)

March 28 by Amy Leave a Comment

list of meals for dinner and printable meal planner

One of the hardest things about cooking each and every night is coming up with ideas for what to make for dinner. This free printable list of meals for dinner will help you plan ahead! I’ve got a confession to make… I don’t cook dinner. My husband is the cook in our house, and he…

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Filed Under: For the Home, Home Management

Gratitude for Kids: Teaching Kids to be Truly Thankful

March 26 by Amy Leave a Comment

kids hands that are painted to say thanks

Learn how to teach gratitude for kids with these easy gratitude activities and ideas, because a thankful child is a happy child! Do you silently cringe when your kids open gifts at a birthday party or Christmas time? Praying that they’re going to be gracious and remember to say “Thank you”, even if they don’t…

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Filed Under: Family, Parenting

How to Create a Self Care Kit (and why you should!)

March 23 by Amy Leave a Comment

self care kit with bath products

A self care kit filled with your favorite things to help you relax and destress is a great way to keep up with your self care routine. Here are some of the best self care kit ideas! Self care should be an essential part of every busy mom’s schedule. If you’ve ever lost your temper…

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Filed Under: Family, Self Care

How to Create a Weekly Plan – Plus FREE Printable Planner Template

March 12 by Amy Leave a Comment

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Having a weekly plan for how you will spend your time each week is a great way to get organized and increase productivity! Learn how to get started weekly planning and create the perfect schedule to maximize your time with these easy tips! I’m sure you’ve heard the Benjamin Franklin quote “By failing to prepare,…

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Filed Under: Planning

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