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I have taken all 4 of my kids on trips when they were about 5 months old. We also took the oldest
Rich and Gooey Chocolate Pecan Pie To Wow Your Family
This Chocolate Pecan pie is rich, gooey, and just the right mix of nutty and chocolatey. The bourbon adds a warm depth
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How To Have A Utility Drawer Instead Of A Junk Drawer
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How to Enjoy Japan with Young Kids Without Losing Your Sanity
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6 Tips To Make Nursing In Public Easier
Nursing is hard, but its necessary to feed the baby even when your out and about. You can’t always carry a nursing
Mouthwatering Mongolian Beef Sauce For A Quick And Easy Meal
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How To Have A Functional Home And Airbnb
For a couple of years we have been renting our own living space on Airbnb while we go on trips. This means
Everything We Bought Gor Our Airbnb Glamping Set Up
This year we decided to take a risk and set up a tent in our back yard for glamping. We actually lived
6 Ways To Have An Affordable Kids Birthday Party
The average birthday party costs $344. In my opinion that’s ridiculous. With 4 kids we would be paying about $1200 a year
9 Items You Don’t Want To Forget in Japan With Kids
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What to do if you’re in a phase where you don’t like being a parent
I know this sounds awful, but sometimes I get in a phase where I don’t enjoy being a mom. I of course
How To Manage Time As A “Large” Family
We have now crossed the lines into what is often considered a “large” family. We have 4 young kids and schedules can
How To Make Your Airbnb Family Friendly
If you want to attract families to your Airbnb a great way to do that is to make it family friendly by
9 Common Cookie Issues And How To Fix Them
If you want to make cookies, but you’re having problems, here are the most common cookie issues and how to fix them.
13 Things To Eat When Pregnant And Nothing Sounds Good
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5 Important Things To Do At The End Of Pregnancy
I’m now in my last few weeks of pregnancy with my fourth baby. There’s still so many projects that my husband and
How To See God Working In Your Life
To see God working in your life you have to realize that he’s always at work in your life. He knows all
How To Get You Time With Small Kids
I now have 4 small kids and most days are chaos. My oldest is 5 and my youngest is a newborn. I’m
Pleasant Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Pistachio chocolate chunk cookies are delicious. They combine the best of a chocolate chip cookie and add a salty nutty taste. If
Cooking Tools That Make Life Easier
If you’re looking for great cooking products to help you cook in the kitchen this is the place to be. I don’t
How To Pray Over Your Kids As Part Of Discipline
Praying over your kids should happen all the time. One great way to include prayer in your day is to pray over
How To Bake Breathtaking Biscuits
Biscuits are tasty for breakfast, lunch or dinner! They can even be a good snack or enjoyed for tea time! They do
A Biblical Reason For Minimalism With Kids Toys
I’ve been on a recent obsession with seeing other people declutter their toys and see minimalist toy collections. And honestly I’m overwhelmed
How To Handle 4 Kids 5 And Under
My 4th kid was born about 2 months after my oldest turned 5 and 5 weeks before my youngest turned 2. It’s
How To Get Through The Dreaded “Terrible Twos”
Two year old’s are tough. They are trying to learn how to communicate and work through their emotions. They’re testing your boundaries
Things I Regret Not Bringing To Mexico
At the beginning of last year our family took a trip to Mexico for a month. During our trip I had several
How We Paid Off Our Debt Fast
About 5 years ago we purchased our home but instead of just getting one home loan we had to receive an additional
Soft and Scrumptious Cranberry Scones
These cranberry scones are delicious and quick and easy to pull together. Cranberry scones are soft and tender. Make them for breakfast
21 Things An Airbnb Newbie Should Never Forget
When you’re first starting up an Airbnb, you want to make sure your guest has the best experience possible. One way you
How To Bless A New Mom
I recently had my 4th child and was blessed by my community around me. A friend at my church set up a
How To Make Your Airbnb Kid Friendly
I have 4 young children so when we travel, we are always looking for an Airbnb that’s kid friendly. For our own
Praise-Worthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies For Any Time Of Year
These soft and chewy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are sure to be a hit at any fall party or a party any
Why You Should Show Kindness To Strangers
When I go to the store I specifically choose one of the three self checkouts sections. And there’s a reason for that.
11 Books We Read To Our Kids In 2024
I near the middle of 2024 I decided to read some chapter books aloud to my kids. My kids were turned 5,
What Temporarily Moving To A Small Home Taught Me
We have a beautiful 2000 sq feet home and we decided to move to a small, for us, 700 square feet “half
Quick and Easy French Toast Casserole
This French toast casserole will quickly become a family favorite. It takes way less time to make French toast as a casserole
Delicious Breakfast Fried Rice For A Quick Breakfast
Who doesn’t love fried rice? Breakfast fried rice takes this delicious dinner item and brings it to the breakfast table. It comes
What It’s Like Having 3 Kids
My youngest is now 2, so I’ve had 3 kids for 2 years and I actually just had my 4th, but I
The Best Breakfast Sandwiches
These breakfast sandwiches are easy and tasty. They don’t take too long and my kids love them, which makes them an easy
Chewy Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies To Chomp On
If you love oatmeal cookies, you are going to love these butterscotch oatmeal cookies! They are chewy and deliciously spiced with cinnamon.
My Favorite Products Under $10 That I Love
Sometimes you are trying to decide if a product is worth it, and sometimes it’s hard to know when reviews are mixed
Breakfast Shepherd’s Pie To Wow Your Friends And Family
If you enjoy shepherd’s pie, you are going to love this breakfast shepherd’s pie. It’s great for feeding a crowd or enjoying
How To Cook Salmon Bellies
Salmon bellies are delicious and easy to make! A lot of people don’t want to keep the bellies, but if you choose
What To Pack For A Road Trip With Kids
When you’re packing for a road trip with kids, there are many things that you need to make sure you have on
30 + Ways To Use Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese is having a huge moment as a healthy food and even a super food for weight loss and healthy living.
Two Amazing Ways To Bake Salmon
Salmon is such a great super food, its full of omega-3’s and healthy fats. In Alaska we get the best salmon. We
Everything We Bought For Our Birch Themed Airbnb Living Room
An Airbnb needs a lot of things. One room that needs some special attention is the living room, this is a room
Whole30 Sweet Potato Skillet To Help You Succeed
If you’re on Whole30, I’m sure sweet potatoes are on your radar. They’re great at providing you with nutrients and substance, while
What To Include In An Airbnb Welcome Book
If you have an Airbnb, you need to have a welcome book. A welcome book is a book that tells your guest
Quick And Easy Dutch Baby Pancake
This quick and easy Dutch baby pancake is a fan favorite for my kids. Between the 3 of them they can put
What You Need To Buy For A Trip Somewhere Warm With A Baby
When my first kid was 5 months old we traveled to Hawaii as a family for about a week. My husband’s boss
Everything We Bought For Our New Airbnb Kitchen
We started our Airbnb about 1 year ago and it has been very successful. One of the rooms that need a lot
How To Stop Having Too Many Toys
Do you sometimes feel as though you have too much stuff? Do you dread asking your kids to clean up their toys?
Ways To Use Sour Cream
If you have a lot of sour cream or you bought a container for a recipe and you need to use it
Easy Pie Crust For Any Kind Of Pie
If you’re looking for a great pie crust recipe, look no further. This easy recipe is perfect for any kind of pie,
Healthy Easy Green Mac N’ Cheese That Even Your Toddler Would Approve Of
If you are looking for a healthier mac n’ cheese that your kids will love, this is the answer! This green mac
15 Travel Items That Are NOT Essential
If you’ve ever searched for essential travel items, you’re likely to be bombarded with a million convivence items that are not necessary.
How To Live Without A Microwave
For the first almost 2 years of my marriage we lived without a microwave in a “half dry” cabin. We also had
Everything We Got For Our Airbnb Queen Room
My husband and I started an Airbnb in the summer and then we decided to also rent out our ow space while
6 Of The Worst Things To Handle After Giving Birth
If you’re pregnant, you probably are looking for all of the advice that you can get your hands on. Having a baby
Simple Money Saving WIC Meal Plan To Stop Agonizing Over Meals
If you have WIC, you know how difficult it can be to get by for providing for your family. It’s also so
Proverbs 31 Adapted To An Easy English Acrostic
Proverbs 31 verses 10-31 is all about a great goal for women to be. The Proverbs 31 woman is an ideal to
Spring Necessities For An Active Toddler
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Chicken Parmesan Quesadillas To Quaff Down On
Quesadillas are a great simple lunch my family enjoys all the time. This version mixes some classic flavors to give you a
The Best Blueberry Muffins To Munch
If you’re looking of an incredible blueberry muffin, look no further, these muffins are soft, tender, and overall the best blueberry muffins!
6 Things New Mom’s Actually Want
If you have a friend who has a baby on the way and you want to get them a gift that won’t
How To Ship Cookies To Loved Ones
If you have some loved ones who live far away and you want them to be able to enjoy some home baked
Savory Ranch Cookies To Change Your Mind
When you think of cookies, I’m sure you think of sweet treats for dessert. But cookies don’t have to be sweet! these
Whole30 Meal Plan Even When You’re On A Budget
This meal plan is designed for two adults. Because of the portion sizes of the meals, most meals should last for 2
Welsh Cawl Soup: A Tasty Lamb And Veggie Soup
My family has some Welsh history and I love some Welsh food! Parsnips, leeks, potatoes carrots, and lamb are all delicious foods
Weight Loss Foods I Ate To Drop Those Pesky Pounds
I started trying to loose my baby weight less than 2 months after my 3rd kid. I started with intermittent fasting. I
8 Tips To Maintain A Cleanly Home With Littles
There’s toys everywhere, stacks of papers on top of every flat surface, piles and piles of laundry- it looks like your home
Everything We Bought For Our Airbnb Bathroom
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The most amazing blueberry white chocolate chip cookies
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