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“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” — Maya Angelou

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Taking a Break from “Mom Guilt”

This post contains affiliate links Mom guilt is something all moms inevitably experience at some point during their motherhood journey. It's that feeling of not being good enough as a mother or not doing enough for our kids. We start to feel that every moment not about our kids is…
Michelle Tucker
May 13, 2023
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Travel Anxiety Tips

Editor's Note: This story was originally posted in spring of 2019.  These travel anxiety tips have helped us tremendously over the years. Since we are currently in the midst of preparing for more spring & summer travels, I wanted to repost these tips with hopes to help anyone else dealing…
Michelle Tucker
April 4, 2023
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Paw Print Art

Making paw print art is a fun activity to do with your dog.  It makes for a sweet keepsake either for you or to give as a gift.  I originally saw this idea on Pinterest and instantly knew I wanted to try it with our pups.  I need to warn…
Michelle Tucker
February 19, 2023
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Pecan English Toffee

Editor's Note: This story was originally posted in November of 2020.  I added a video at the end and wanted to repost it.  Any time is a good time to this make toffee!  -- MichelleAs  a child I have fond memories my Grandpa making the most delicious pecan english toffee…
Michelle Tucker
December 8, 2022
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DIY Built-In Electric Fireplace

A fireplace is something that helps make a house feel like a home - especially during the holidays.  When we first bought our house, I was really bummed to find out that our house didn't have a fireplace.  It used to have one, but the previous owners removed it in…
Michelle Tucker
November 14, 2022
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Skull Cakelets

Sometimes an idea rattles around in your skull and you just have to get it out... irony intended! Skull cakelets are the perfect spooky treat for any Halloween celebration.  As if by some sort of Halloween magic, no sooner did I have the idea than I came across this skull…
Michelle Tucker
October 11, 2022
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Pumpkin Spice Steamed Milk

I usually don't like pumpkin spiced drinks. The ones that I've gotten at coffee shops are always too thick, too syrupy, and leave a weird after-taste in my mouth. So, I have to admit that I wasn't super excited when my daughter, Audrey, asked me to try her pumpkin spice…
Michelle Tucker
September 15, 2022
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Bonding with my Teen and Tween

I often feel stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to parenting. This is especially true (and painful) when it comes to parenting and bonding with my teen and tween son and daughter.  My kids are currently 11 and 14, and I'm learning that parenting these…
Michelle Tucker
August 30, 2022